Material Handling Tech - Graveyard Shift

Job Summary

The Material Handling Technician I role encompasses four different indirect labor positions: Receiving, Shipping, Parts Warehouse, and Driver. The Material Handling Technician II demonstrates proficiency in two disciplines/areas above as defined in the training proficiency matrix OR as an advanced Shipper responsible for Big Box/FedGov and specialty domestic shipments requiring EDI/ASN understanding and training. The Material Handling Technician III is proficient in all Tech I and II tasks within the shipping department in addition to performing all tasks related to various International shipments.

Essential Job Functions/Duties

• Manage inventory electronically using Syspro MRP system (and other computer applications).
• Maintains inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials in stock; records location of inventory.
• Performs cycle counts of inventory.
• Provides excellent service to customers (internal stakeholders) and vendors.
• Operate lift trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely to move parts and inventory to proper locations.
• Maintain material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections; and able to identify when lock out, tag out is appropriate.
• Display keen awareness to safety guidelines, procedures, and policies; and ability to identify and report safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Support on-going reporting of key performance metrics.
• Display job specific competency as defined by training proficiency matrixes.
• Contributes ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and 3-4 years of shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Equivalency or the qualification standard will also be considered.
• Able to work in a manufacturing environment (exposure to noise, coolants, abrasives, heat, cold, adhesives, automated and manual machinery) wearing PPE (safety glasses, safety shoes, and Kevlar gloves).
• Familiarity with MRP systems and performing inventory transactions.
• Basic understanding of inventory controls and cycle counting.
• Strong computer and data entry skills required (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with co-workers, internal customers and vendors.
• Demonstrate great attendance, punctuality, and time sensitivity.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and multi-task accurately.
• Quality-conscious individual with excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines.
• Works well in a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Additional Qualifications

• For Driver: A valid Drivers' license with a clean driving record (CDL is not required).
• Ability to follow all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and /or agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• At least 25 years old (at time of application) due to insurance requirements.

Working Conditions

• Common To Material Handling Roles: Working Environment: Production floor. Physical Demands: Repetitively lifting up to 50 lbs; and standing, bending, and walking for long periods of time. Travel Requirements: As needed, less than 5% of the time. Overtime and/or shift change may be required).
• For Driver: Additional Considerations: Working Environment: Production floor, warehouse floor, and driving on highway and local roads. Physical Demands: Sitting and standing for long periods of time. Travel Requirements: As needed, more than 80% of the time in vehicle to and from company locations.