Lead Material Handler
Saab•East Syracuse, NY
•$24 - $28•Onsite
About The Position
Saab, Inc. is seeking a Lead Material Handler to join its Manufacturing/Production team at the Enterprise facility in East Syracuse, New York. The role handles shipping, receiving, inventory, and material distribution, while also training Material Handlers and supporting the department supervisor. The position may require work at both the Collamer and Enterprise facilities in East Syracuse.
Requirements
- High school diploma and 10 or more years of relevant material handling experience, or an associate degree and 8 or more years of relevant experience.
- Alternatively, a high school diploma and 4 or more years of lead or supervisory material handling experience, or an associate degree and 2 or more years of lead or supervisory material handling experience.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with relevant safety concerns and precautions, such as lifting and powered industrial truck operations.
- Ability to collaborate effectively and work in a team environment.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of MS Excel and Oracle or a similar accounting system.
- Forklift experience and/or certification.
- Leadership or supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, package, and ship domestic and international orders and complete the necessary documentation.
- Complete import paperwork and clear imports with Freight Forwarders.
- Coordinate palletized domestic and international shipments with Freight Forwarders.
- Unpack and inspect goods received against purchase orders or invoices, maintain accurate records, and reject unsatisfactory items.
- Pick, kit, and distribute production materials to company departments.
- Examine, stock, and organize materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines.
- Perform inventory checks and daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy.
- Obtain Freight Forwarder quotes for upcoming inbound and outbound shipments.
- Safely lift heavy items and operate a forklift.
- Maintain and organize the off-site warehouse.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex stockroom or inventory issues.
- Train Material Handlers in receiving, stockroom, and shipping areas.
- Serve as a front-line contact for internal stakeholders regarding department activities.
- Participate in and recommend continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and quality and reduce costs.
- Assist the department supervisor with candidate interviews and selection for open requisitions.
- Work with the department supervisor to develop effective work assignments and training plans.
- Provide backup coverage for the department supervisor when they are on PTO or unavailable for other business needs.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
- Wellness and employee assistance resources.
- Employee stock purchase opportunities.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, and work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
