Material Control Operator

thyssenkrupp Materials•Auburn, WA

About The Position

The Material Control Operator accurately provides inventory information for company-controlled material stock and monitors, organizes, and maintains inventory of company product at multiple branch locations. The position works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery and is identified as safety sensitive. Employment consideration requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include marijuana testing in accordance with applicable laws. The role supports receiving, material movement, inventory tracking, identification, consolidation, and production needs. It also supports quality assurance activities, equipment maintenance, and the company’s health, safety, quality, and Lean initiatives. The listed duties describe the general nature of the position and are not exhaustive.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Ability to read and write English and perform basic math problems.
Basic computer skills for data entry into an inventory management system.
Ability to use a tape measure and calipers for material inspection and measurement.
Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in written work and data entry.
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 40 lbs., with or without accommodation.
Certification to operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, side-loader, 4-directional lift, or cherry-picker.

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework leading toward completion of a degree.
Three years of material control or inventory experience.
Previous experience safely operating a variety of material handling equipment, such as a forklift or side-loader.

Responsibilities

Complete material receiving activities for shipments between locations or directly from the mill.
Coordinate movement of material from stock to processing to support production requirements.
Operate material handling equipment as necessary to move material.
Enter accurate and timely information about material movements in the inventory management system.
Prepare and maintain appropriate inventory identification tags.
Complete material consolidation tasks, including supermarket activities.
Identify material shortages and issues and communicate them to appropriate staff.
Perform verification of scrap.
Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all work.
Assist the quality assurance team with activities related to credits.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and clean up.
Participate in, support, and comply with health, safety, quality, and Lean initiatives and requirements.
Meet other applicable TKMNA employee attributes and competencies.