Material Associate - Forklift

Schneider Electric•El Paso, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the routine shipping and receiving tasks. Must be able to identify information on incoming or outgoing shipments with purchase orders, invoices, or other documents. The role involves ensuring the continuous supply of materials to production or assembly areas, kitting materials for the production line, picking parts from storage, and maintaining appropriate inventory levels. The associate will operate a forklift or hand truck for deliveries and picking, sort and count parts, log inventory, inspect parts for damages, and potentially track lost items. Responsibilities also include maintaining a department database, preparing reports, filing records, and adhering to established policies and safety standards. The associate will document material movement using computer tablets and maintain a safe working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements. Other tasks may be requested to ensure effective asset utilization.

Requirements

Must be able to take and successfully pass the appropriate Work Keys Assessment.
1-2 years’ experience in material handling environment.
Minimum of 1 year experience operating a Stand-Up Forklift
Ability to work independently.
Basic computer knowledge required.

Nice To Haves

May be required to have forklift certification.
May be required to read and understand blueprints.
May be required to operate basic wood working and forming equipment in the building of shipment pallets.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the continuous supply of materials to one or more production or assembly areas.
Responsible for “kitting” materials on the production line to ensure all parts of order required are at point of origination to keep line moving at steady pace.
Responsible for picking parts from Kanban or storage areas and placing the parts into a storage bin (kit).
Ensures correct parts are kept in the appropriate quantities to support production and assembly requirements.
May take parts from inventory area and ensures Water Spider is kept stocked at appropriate levels of inventory.
Performs repetitive material supply functions following detailed work direction and guidelines.
Operates forklift truck or hand truck for delivery or picking of parts and supplies.
Sorts and counts parts and supplies and logs inventory.
Inspects parts for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
May trace or track lost parts and supplies.
May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file kitter records.
Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Document material movement using computer tablets.
Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.
Performs other tasks as may be requested to assure the effective and continuous utilization of assets.