Material Handler - 1st Shift

Apogee•Faribault, MN

About The Position

The Material Handler controls the tracking, storage, and issuance of materials to production lines, and assists with shipping and receiving. The role supports production and packaging, maintains inventory and finished goods, stages incoming and outgoing products, and helps ensure quality and on-time delivery. It uses MRP, electronic inventory systems, and established paperwork and procedures to record, locate, and move materials accurately. The Material Handler also helps develop work instructions, train and certify team members, and support special projects and other departments as needed. The position contributes to continuous improvement by documenting and sharing ideas that improve yield, processes, safety, and customer satisfaction while reducing waste, variation, costs, and corrective actions. The employee works in a cross-functional team environment, cross-trains in related functions, and communicates across shifts. Work is in a production environment that is usually loud, with regular proximity to moving mechanical parts, occasional vibration and risk of electric shock, and varying temperatures. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pay is $19.00–$21.00 per hour.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain a Tru Vue forklift operation license in good standing.
One year of forklift experience and a good driving record.
Familiarity with electronic inventory management systems, including devices and processes.
Ability to learn and accurately perform electronic transactions.
Ability to learn, understand, and perform all production jobs and follow documented work procedures.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and plan ahead to meet production needs and minimize downtime.
Ability to accurately complete electronic transactions and inventory- and production-related paperwork.
Ability to work effectively and cross-train in a team environment.
Basic computer skills in a Windows-based environment.
Flexibility, conscientiousness, quality-mindedness, attention to detail, and sensitivity to quality and on-time delivery of materials.
Sensitivity to other cultures and backgrounds and ability to work in a multicultural workplace.

Nice To Haves

Computer data-entry experience.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Quality systems.
Previous bar-coding experience.

Responsibilities

Control the tracking, storage, and issuance of materials to production lines and assist shipping and receiving.
Proactively supply production lines with materials for production and packaging.
Maintain appropriate inventory of production materials and finished goods to support scheduled orders in a pull manufacturing environment.
Warehouse newly received items promptly and stage outgoing products; assist with shipments and receipts as needed.
Assist with packaging materials for shipment and inventory packaging materials.
Monitor and maintain FIFO practices, and support cycle counts and other inventory functions.
Implement and follow companywide materials programs.
Support quality and on-time delivery of products and services.
Audit and monitor finished goods for correct packaging, tags, and required information.
Use MRP, schedules, electronic inventory systems, paperwork, and established practices to accurately report product and location information and track materials.
Use daily and monthly production schedules to plan for efficient line setup and operation, including material availability and placement.
Document and monitor procedures and processes; use and develop visual tools; and follow documented work procedures.
Assist in developing work instructions, training and certifying team members, and completing special projects.
Generate, document, share, and help implement continuous-improvement ideas related to yield, processes, and safety.
Cross-train in related functions and help others develop cross-functional capabilities.
Participate in shift-change meetings and communicate across shifts to support effective material handling.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage for employees and dependents.
Incentive plans.
401(k) with employer contribution and match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
Paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness program.
Training and career progression.