Material Handler I

Spartan Emergency Response (Spartan ER) is a leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of custom emergency response vehicles, cabs, and chassis. Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, Spartan and its portfolio of brands—Spartan Fire Apparatus and Chassis, Smeal Fire Apparatus, and Ladder Tower (LT)—offer a broad range of apparatus to meet the specific requirements and demands of the fire service industry. With over 250 years of combined experience in fire apparatus manufacturing, Spartan Emergency Response is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment.

About the role

The Material Distribution position is responsible for receiving, distributing, and stocking incoming materials, as well as ensuring all necessary parts are available, at the appropriate time and location, for assembly line work to be completed.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow all processes pertaining to part replenishment, as required by a particular area.
• Review production (WIP) inventory levels and identify shortages and/or overages based on requirements.
• Requisition or return materials from/to warehouse, as required.
• Accurately maintain and control replenishing of assembly line materials through simulations, min/max, putaways, ordering, and pulling kits based on sales orders and production schedule.
• Organize bins and work centers efficiently (sticker placement, consistent labeling, bin size, and utilization of floor space).
• Initiate stock transfers to maintain record accuracy.
• Apply damaged parts procedure, as needed.
• Relieve inventory levels using mass issue screens (assigning part to sales order number).
• Prepare for and participate in physical inventory.
• Utilize advanced planning tools to facilitate "specialty chassis" material requisitions.
• Diagnose transaction errors.
• Apply non-usable inventory tag procedure.
• Process all inbound and outbound shipments including sorting, logging, delivering, packing, shipping, etc.
• Audit each shipment prior to packing to ensure the goods match the order along with packing and labeling product based on established standards.
• Prepare shipping and receiving documentation and maintain orderly files of all documentation.
• Inspect all incoming freight for damage; follow-up with supervisor/Assistant Planner to resolve any damaged freight issues.
• Efficiently put away material in warehouse location using adequate space, consolidation, and inventory accuracy.
• Pick and deliver parts in a timely, efficient, and appropriately packaged manner.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory record accuracy through correct stock transfers and weekly cycle counts.
• Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etc.) to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform all required administrative tasks including preparing required reports and communication.
• Maintain a valid fork truck/stand-up license—including completion of daily maintenance log and proper maintenance of equipment.

Qualifications

• Excellent attendance.
• Positive attitude.
• Strong and consistent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task.
• Team oriented.
• Familiar with receiving, shipping, and warehouse practices and handling methods.
• Possess a valid fork truck/stand-up license.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of AS/400 and Bar Code scanner systems for inventory control applications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willing to learn and rotate within all areas and plants.
• Able to:
  • Embrace change.
  • Lift and move 40 pounds without assistance.
  • Climb a mobile stair ladder to a height of at least 20 feet.
  • Work overtime on short notice.