Material Associate II

Schneider Electric•El Paso, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the routine and advanced material handling responsibilities within a product line. Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory levels to ensure maximum productivity of workers.

Requirements

High School Education or GED required
3-5 years’ experience in material handling function
Ability to work independently
Uses independent judgement and initiative to resolve supply problems, consulting supervisor only when all options have been exhausted
May be required to have forklift certification
Must be able to read and understand blueprint/material drawings
Basic computer knowledge required
Job cannot be performed alternating sitting and standing
Requires ability to use hand and foot controls
Requires ability to reach overhead, lift up to 26 pounds, and be on feet for long hours, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing
Proper use of various lifting devices required.
Requires ability to reach overhead, pull, push, and climb a ladder to perform work
Safety shoes and safety glasses are required.
Work is performed in a manufacturing and assembly line environment.
If material handling equipment is not operated properly, injury could result to self or others.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience is a plus

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 and advanced material supply functions following detailed work direction and guidelines
May operate 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
Expedites parts and uses independent judgement to resolve part shortages
May trace or track lost parts and supplies
Regularly interacts with production assemblers and testers
May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file kitter records
Document material movement using computer tablets
Responsible for rotating KB material FIFO
Material audits, turning in and documenting KB cards for replenishment
Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards
Document proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
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