Material Handler, MFG, Kimball International - Danville, KY

Kimball International•Nicholasville, KY

About The Position

The Material Handler performs material handling and inspection tasks according to Shop Order Release (SOR) specifications. The role checks quantities, part condition, color consistency, alignment, workmanship, and other material or quality requirements, and documents necessary information. The employee maintains an orderly workspace and equipment, performs required preventive maintenance, follows safety guidelines and uses required personal protective equipment, and follows procedures for identifying and handling nonconforming product. The position also supports process improvements, Kimball International and National Office Furniture policies and principles, the quality system, job rotation as directed, and the Environmental Management System (EMS).

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in material handling, inventory, or shipping/receiving.
Ability to comprehend and follow job safety guidelines.
Ability to follow directions on a load card, SOR (if applicable), or OMS.
Ability to lift parts from floor to operation level frequently.
Skill using air-driven hand tools.
Ability to set up forms and fixtures to specifications.
Understanding of and ability to follow proper lockout procedures.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
Ability to maintain forms as appropriate.
Ability to understand and perform proper gluing processes.
Ability to use required gauges and measuring devices.
Ability to use load-moving devices.
Ability to identify nonconformities.
History of, or ability to demonstrate, safe and responsible behavior and a positive performance record, including attendance.

Responsibilities

Verify counts and inspect part quantities against Shop Order Release (SOR) specifications.
Inspect parts for damage, color consistency, alignment, quality, workmanship, and other material specifications.
Document necessary information.
Keep the workspace and equipment clean and organized.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and tools as required.
Follow safety guidelines and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Identify nonconformities, follow nonconforming product procedures, and understand disposition authority.
Implement process improvements.
Support Kimball International and National Office Furniture’s Vision, Guiding Principles, and other policies.
Follow and support the quality system.
Perform job rotation as directed.
Support the Environmental Management System (EMS).