Material Handler

HEADWAY TECHNOLOGIES INC•Milpitas, CA

95d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible, under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Operations Support, for supporting equipment and materials operations. Duties include completing Asset Tracking System (ATS) forms for equipment or tool repairs and cleaning; reviewing material transfers and issuing credits; researching and identifying new or alternate suppliers; preparing Preventative Maintenance (PM) kits; maintaining inventory; and organizing, issuing, and monitoring purchase requisitions. The role is located in Milpitas, California, and works primarily in an office environment on E shift. The schedule is Monday through Wednesday and every other Thursday, from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and may be altered to meet business or operational needs. The position may involve travel between buildings or picking up parts or inventory from local suppliers or vendors. The hourly rate is $20.00–$27.13, plus a bonus target and benefits; individual pay may vary based on job-related factors, and the range may be modified periodically.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience working as a Material Handler or Production Control Specialist.
Knowledge of kitting, pulling, and staging parts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including creating spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations.
Knowledge of material handling, pulling or kitting parts, and maintaining parts inventories.
Knowledge of shipping and receiving, and ability to receive and ship various types of materials, parts, and inventory when required.
Ability to track, monitor, and source parts or tools to maintain appropriate inventory.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with contractors, consultants, employees, management, and vendors at all levels.
Ability to work productively and collaboratively with employees and management at all levels.
Ability to comply with safety policies and procedures.
Tact and professionalism at all times.
Ability to follow complex verbal or written instructions.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Flexibility and ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

Review and complete ATS forms for equipment or tool repairs or cleaning.
Review and issue credits for material transfers, track and issue purchase requisitions, and respond to inquiries from other teams or departments about order status.
Research and source new or alternate suppliers for parts or equipment, and recommend appropriate action.
Prepare and pull PM kits for scheduled and unscheduled tool or equipment maintenance.
Track, monitor, and receive parts or materials to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
Unpack parts or materials and verify them against work orders, purchase orders, invoices, return authorizations, or other documentation.
Perform cycle counts and transaction audits, and investigate and resolve material discrepancies.
Respond to inquiries from employees, managers, and other departments.
Load and unload materials, parts, or other inventory using a forklift and/or pallet jack.
Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
Work overtime when required by business needs.