Material Associate - Forklift

Schneider Electric • El Paso, TX

139d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the routine and repetitive material handling responsibilities within the manufacturing facility. 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. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1 year minimum experience with Stand Up Forklift.
• Well-organized, initiative, strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to accurately select and load material properly to meet customer and production requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with safety rules and requirements.
• Ability to use hand and foot controls.
• Ability to reach overhead, lift up to 26 pounds, and be on feet for long hours, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
• Capable of working independently using initiative and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating basic woodworking 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.
• Kitting materials on the production line to ensure all parts of order required are at point of origination.
• Picking parts from Kanban or storage areas and placing the parts into a storage bin (kit).
• Ensuring correct parts are kept in appropriate quantities to support production and assembly requirements.
• Maintaining Water Spider stocked at appropriate levels of inventory.
• Performing repetitive material supply functions following detailed work direction and guidelines.
• Operating forklift truck or hand truck for delivery or picking of parts and supplies.
• Sorting and counting parts and supplies and logging inventory.
• Inspecting parts for damages or defects; recording discrepancies or damages and notifying supervisor.
• Tracing or tracking lost parts and supplies.
• Maintaining department database, preparing routine reports, and filing kitter records.
• Following established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Documenting material movement using computer tablets.
• Establishing and maintaining a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.

Benefits

• Inclusive culture that values diversity.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Recognition for putting the customer first and embracing different perspectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees