Material Handling Specialist

Job Title:   Material Handling Specialist

Classification: Non-exempt

Reports To: Supply Chain Manager

Position Type: Full-time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Work Location: Headquarters, Kansas City, MO

Job Summary:

The Material Handling Specialist will transport materials throughout the production facility to designated locations.  This role also includes inventory management, shipping and receiving and material acquisition and distribution and responsibilities.  

The Material Handling Specialist aligns with Master’s core values of relentlessly pursuing excellence, operating with high integrity, communicating with a positive attitude, and is innovative and solution oriented.   

Essential Functions:  

• Transport materials, supplies and finished goods and record material movements in timely manner to keep and update inventory count


• Verify incoming shipments for quality and accuracy, review accompanying documents for accuracy, receive material into inventory and maintain appropriate records


• Properly identify and store materials in correct and secure locations


• Pick, pack and dispatch materials to support the manufacturing process 


• Collaborate with internal departments to locate missing material, fix incorrect shipments and replace damaged product


• Assist in conducting physical inventory and cycle counts, and with routine audits of inventory records


• Prepare material for shipment, perform shipping transactions and maintain resulting records 


• When problems arise, work with the supply chain team to resolve issues with contractors or vendors


• Utilize material handling equipment such as carts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. to transport materials and perform safety checks on that equipment


• Safely operate company vehicles on and off company premises for the purpose of pick-up or delivery of materials and parts


• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by removing and disposing of packaging and shipment waste from work areas and performing general warehouse housekeeping tasks


• Participates in process improvement projects, including Lean and Six Sigma initiatives


• Applies Kaizen principles to identify areas for continuous improvement and implement strategies to optimize procurement processes, reduce costs and improve efficiency


• Uses 5S methodology to organize and maintain a clean, efficient workplace


• Supports established safety and health standards to keep the organization accident-free


• Collaborates effectively with all departments to achieve operational excellence and ensure alignment with organizational goals

Competencies:

• Product expertise 


• Attention to detail  


• Communication skills


• Organizational skills


• Problem Solving skills 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None 

Work Environment: 

Manufacturing Plant Environment: 100% 

Personal Protective Equipment recommended and/or required on the production floor:

• Safety glasses, or prescription safety glasses that meet ANSI Z 87.1-2020


• Hearing Protection that meets ANSI S 12.6-2016


• Steel-toed shoes with anti-slip soles that meet ASTM F2413-2018

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job:

• The employee is regularly required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms


• The employee frequently is required to walk


• The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch


• The employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time


• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception


• Ability to bend, stoop, and squat


• Ability to work with arms above head


• Able to read and follow written and verbal instructions

Safety-Sensitive:

This position is classified as safety‑sensitive and requires employees to perform duties where impaired performance could pose a significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others. To ensure a safe and reliable work environment, candidates must successfully complete pre‑employment drug testing and may be subject to ongoing, random, or post‑incident testing in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations.

Required Education/Experience/Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• 2 years of related experience required


• Experience in record keeping, data entry and stock management


• Strong verbal communication skills


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail


• Good math and written communication skills


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software


• Efficient time management skills


• Valid Driver’s License 

Preferred Education/Experience/Certifications:

• College coursework or other formal training in related field preferred


• 1-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment and working in a warehouse and/or manufacturing setting


• Forklift certification


• Knowledge of OSHA and regulatory requirements


• Utilization of MRP/ERP software and applications such as Sage, SAP, Oracle, or Syteline


• Experienced in 5S methodology with demonstrated proficiency in organizing and maintaining a clean, efficient workplace


• Experience in Kaizen principles and practice, including the ability to identify continuous improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions


• Experience in an ISO 9001:2015 environment


• Bilingual: English/Spanish

Travel Requirements: Occasionally required – up to 10%, in a company provided vehicle (to pick up, deliver items) 

Other Duties 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Master’s Transportation is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Master's Transportation is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.