Material Handler (Conversion Only)

Role Overview

Responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, and replenishment of materials throughout the warehouse and production environment. Supports production operations by maintaining inventory accuracy, operating powered industrial equipment, and ensuring materials are delivered in accordance with safety, quality, and operational requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Must be able to pass and maintain powered equipment (forklift, etc.) certification which includes following all safety protocols, inspections, training, and recertification.
• Utilize SAP transactions with 100% compliance throughout the warehouse and production movement process.
• Move material from the warehouse to the production lines in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitor production line Kanban. When triggers are reached, replenish targeted materials.
• Retrieve any empty material carts from production and return to warehouse for replenishment.
• Communicate effectively with the Logistics Supervisor regarding approvals, inventory discrepancies, and operational concerns. Maintain accurate documentation and reporting as required.
• Review inventory count findings, identify improvement opportunities, and submit recommendations to the Logistics Supervisor for review and approval.
• Identify and report any defects whether inbound or within the movement process immediately to the Logistics Supervisor and Logistics Team Lead.
• Read, understand, and follow all policies within the training program and employee handbook.
• Report any safety violations to supervisor or team lead immediately.
• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean workspace.
• Collaborate with unloaders to stage inbound materials in designated unpacking areas to support efficient warehouse operations.
• Investigate and correct inbound receipt discrepancies and troubleshoot system-related issues as needed.
• Maintain focus on assigned duties and adhere to workplace conduct standards to support a safe and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

AUTHORITYSCOPE

This role operates within defined corporate policies and procedures and exercises judgment appropriate to its level of responsibility. The position may influence decisions related to functional operations, processes, or recommendations and escalate matters as required

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Qualifications (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required EducationExperience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1 or more years in a warehousing/logistics role

Preferred EducationExperience:

• Associate degree or higher post-secondary education.
• Intermediate knowledge of cycle counting process.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills that promote collaboration within multiple workstreams.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and precautions in a warehouse environment.
• Non-work-related activities on the production line can lead to safety incidents. Therefore, unauthorized departure from the workplace, chatting, listening to music, and dancing are prohibited

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None

Working Conditions:

• Duties are performed in a warehouse environment using industrial forklifts or other material movement equipment
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. regularly
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift
• Overtime may be required based on business and operational needs.