Material Handler

Job Description

• Responsible for the daily activities of the Materials department including shipping, receiving, support of production, inventory management, material handling equipment upkeep, and 5S activities
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, etc. to move stock and organize inventory
• Unload incoming shipments and confirm that received materials match packing slips and that items are undamaged
• Stage and load outgoing shipments and confirm that outgoing materials match bill of lading
• Audit outbound shipments for accuracy and maintain all shipping processes
• Supply production area with needed materials from inventory based on work orders
• Remove finished goods from production area and properly store
• Perform other duties as required by production needs
• Maintain KATA board and prepare daily outbound and inbound schedules
• Utilize ERP software and ERP interfacing hand scanners to input data and export reports as necessary
• Actively solicit and submit suggestions to develop and implement process improvements

• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections on all handling equipment
• Champion the area’s safety program and coordinate statutory training and compliance
• Ensure activities meet with and integrate with organizational requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal stipulations, environmental policies and general duty of care
• Periodically evaluate staffing levels to ensure human resources are adequate and properly positioned to support current and future Material Handling requirements
• Assist in the development and implementation of visual factory tools and continually monitor their effectiveness
• Promote Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques in all manufacturing and administrative processes
• Execute all responsibilities according to lawful and ethical standards as established by company policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Must be proficient in English, written and spoken
• Must be certified and capable of driving a forklift (skills will be tested)
• Must have experience with handheld inventory scanners
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must have above average math skills and the ability to use a calculator
• Must have above average computer literacy and must be able to use a computerized inventory interface (skills will be tested)
• Must have excellent attention to detail and demonstrated troubleshooting skills
• Must have demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred

Additional Information

Phoenix Stamping Group, LLC offers a drug-free work place along with a competitive salary and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO), dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, age, sex, religion or national origin and in compliance with ADAAA.