Materials Coordinator - 1st Shift

About the role

The Materials Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring materials are prepared, organized, and available for production operations. This position supports efficient material flow by de-trashing products, maintaining cleanliness and organization within the market area, preparing materials for production lines, and assisting Material Handlers as needed. The role also supports waste management efforts by disposing of cardboard and trash in designated compactors.

Responsibilities

• De-trash products in the market area prior to delivery to production lines.
• Prepare and organize materials to ensure they are production ready.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized market area to support operational efficiency.
• Stage and prepare products for transportation to production lines.
• Assist Material Handlers with material movement and related duties during available downtime.
• Remove and dispose of cardboard, packaging materials, and general waste using designated compactors.
• Monitor work areas for housekeeping concerns and proactively address cleanliness issues.
• Support inventory organization and material flow processes as directed.
• Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, and operational guidelines.
• Communicate material shortages, damaged products, or workplace concerns to supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing operations.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials in accordance with company safety guidelines.
• Ability to work around manufacturing equipment and material handling equipment.
• Frequent handling of cardboard, packaging materials, and production materials.

Success Factors

• Maintains a clean and organized market area.
• Safeguards materials from damage and ensures they are production ready.
• Supports continuous material flow to production lines.
• Demonstrates teamwork by assisting Material Handlers and other departments as needed.
• Consistently follows safety and housekeeping standards.

Company Information

We are a dynamic global organization with diverse operations around the world. We are a leading provider of electrical connection and protection solutions, enabling safer systems and a more secure world. Our mission is to connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. Our core values guide us to deliver the best for our employees and customers. We are committed to strengthening communities where our employees live and work, encouraging and supporting their philanthropic activities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) retirement plan, and an employee stock purchase plan with a company match. For more information, visit www.nvent.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Transparency: nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range: $17.20 - $31.90 Per Hour. Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.