Material Handler

About the Organization

RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drivetrain solutions. The company’s tradition is centered on precision‑engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK’s ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at U.S. locations in Muskegon, Michigan; Cincinnati, Ohio; Camby, Indiana; and Roseville, Michigan. The organization is driven by a sense of pride and purpose in the country and community.

Position Summary

This position, covered by a collective bargaining agreement, is responsible for material distribution and related duties at the Muskegon, Michigan location.

Responsibilities

• Perform engine or transmission kitting/picking as directed to support production builds.
• Supply plant‑wide production parts to machining and assembly areas in a timely, accurate manner as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ensure line‑stocking process complies with FIFO pick, delivery, and put‑away of consumable and production inventory.
• Maintain timely and accurate rotation of kit carts and material line support.
• Complete and document appropriate paperwork for all kitting activities and internal movements.
• Perform daily verification of material movements, counts, and all inventory documentation.
• Conduct audit counts and reconciliations on warehouse and plant inventory/functions to improve accuracy and material‑handling methods.
• Facilitate bulk “Kanban” point‑of‑use replenishments and fulfill shortages/replacements to proactively support production.
• Maintain accurate control of material on production lines and ensure smooth warehouse flow to optimize facility utilization.
• Support identification, control, and movement of quality alerts for suspect, damaged, obsolete, and consumable/expired products.
• Communicate with interdepartmental personnel for proactive notifications on inventory‑control alerts and awareness.
• Carry out all assigned material‑handling duties in accordance with best‑practice inventory control functions.
• Apply packaging and labeling experience as required.
• Comply with departmental work instructions, processes, and activities that define performance expectations.
• Complete and maintain all required personal safety and departmental training.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Licensed to operate narrow‑aisle stacker and forklift.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read orders and work instructions.
• Factory material‑handling experience.
• Mechanical and mathematical skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and to bend and lift as needed.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a PIV (Personal Identity Verification) license.
• Eligibility to obtain a Security Clearance.
• Willingness to perform any other duties as assigned.

Additional Skills

• 3+ years of material‑handling experience.
• 2 years of machining experience.
• 2 years of assembly experience.

Employment type: Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt.

RENK America is an affirmative‑action/equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other protected characteristic. The company maintains a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment substance‑abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.