Material Control Operator

thyssenkrupp Materials NA•Auburn, WA

2d•$23 - $26

About The Position

The Material Control Operator accurately provides inventory information for company-controlled material stock and monitors, organizes, and maintains company product inventory at multiple branch locations. The role supports production by coordinating material movement from stock to processing, handling receiving and consolidation activities, maintaining inventory records and identification tags, and communicating shortages or issues. The position works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery and has been identified as safety sensitive. Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete pre-employment drug testing, which may include marijuana testing as permitted by applicable law.

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 forklifts and side-loaders.

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 support movement of material.
Enter material movement information accurately and promptly into the inventory management system.
Prepare and maintain appropriate inventory identification tags.
Complete material consolidation tasks, including supermarket.
Identify material shortages and issues and communicate them to appropriate staff.
Perform verification of scrap.
Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all work.
Assist the quality assurance team with activities related to credits.
Perform equipment preventative maintenance and cleanup.
Participate in, support, and comply with health, safety, quality, and Lean initiatives and requirements.
Meet all other TKMNA employee attributes and competencies.