Material Handler I - 2nd Shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM)

A.W. Chesterton Company•Groveland, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler I is a frontline manufacturing position responsible for accurately processing the intake, transfer, and storage of mechanical seal components and packaging in accordance with company procedures and expected time frames. Duties include performing computer transactions on manufacturing orders, putting stock away in defined inventory locations, pulling components for customer orders, and packing and shipping items as requested. This is an on-site role, with two openings on the second shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM; second-shift premium pay is offered. The position works under direct supervision and follows detailed written and verbal instructions and procedures to support safe, efficient inventory management. Employees may also perform other manufacturing support functions as needed. The role is based in the United States, and employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check and applicable medical surveillance requirements.

Requirements

High school education, trade school, or equivalent experience.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and as needed for the role.
Ability to operate a computer and keyboard according to job standards and requirements.
Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
Basic math skills.
Ability to follow safe material-handling techniques.
Ability to obtain a forklift license; the company will provide training.
Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced manufacturing operation.
Ability to work in noisy environments without air conditioning during summer months.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, and reach with hands and arms as required by the job.
Close-vision ability.
Ability to climb stairs regularly and stand or walk on cement floors for up to an hour during the shift.
Ability to work and walk in a manufacturing shop-floor environment, wear required protective clothing such as steel-toe shoes and safety glasses, and operate a forklift.
Ability to pass a background check and applicable medical surveillance requirements.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience using a computer with menu-driven business systems.
Experience with ERP software.

Responsibilities

Enter daily information about incoming and stocked items in the company's ERP system.
Verify received materials against packing lists and ensure accurate inventory transactions.
Work with Mechanical Seal Team Members to resolve transaction issues, inventory discrepancies, and material-movement issues, including conducting root-cause analysis on missing inventory.
Maintain accurate inventory through system transactions and proper placement and labeling of materials.
Rotate materials for shipment and storage according to FIFO accounting standards.
Operate a forklift to return empty pallets to the loading dock for reuse or removal and to support business needs.
Inventory packaging stations daily and replenish packaging supplies as needed.
Conduct daily system-generated inventory cycle counts and report information to a data processor.
Pick and pack component and customer orders according to department procedures and quality metrics, using proper packaging and labeling methods.
Scrap items according to company procedures and record damaged products as removed from inventory.
Coordinate with the facilities group to ensure trash and recycling are removed from designated areas.
Inspect equipment used for the job daily, such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Perform other manufacturing support functions as needed.