Material Specialist

Mueller Water Products•Cleveland, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Specialist works in an industrial, non-climate-controlled warehouse and manufacturing environment, handling freight and materials and supporting inventory processes. The role involves receiving and unloading shipments, checking and recording materials, moving and storing products, and maintaining inventory-related records. Work may take place around hot, heavy machinery and in conditions that are hot, humid, noisy, dusty, and exposed to grease, oil, and other chemical substances. The position also involves physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, walking, climbing, pushing, twisting, and stooping.

Requirements

Prior receiving experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Ability to work a flexible shift as needed.
Problem-solving experience and ability to find alternative solutions.
Strong safety record.
Ability to drive stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
Ability to use powered and manual pallet jacks.
Good written and oral communication skills.
At least 2 years of shipping experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
Forklift experience.
Familiarity with inventory and scales.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work orders.
Ability to multitask, be self-motivated, and work with little to no supervision.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; frequently sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch; and lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Close and color vision.
Ability to work with power tools, air tools, and other vibratory tools.
Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods and around hot, heavy machinery.
Ability to work in an open warehouse environment subject to seasonal hot and cold weather and function in a high-pressure production environment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to see needs and identify potential issues that could disrupt workflow.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive and unload freight manually or with equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Check identification, report shortages or damage, and move, store, stack, and arrange materials.
Unload, move, and store materials, parts, or products using standardized procedures for inventory transfers.
Identify and count parts, including by weight, record counts, and keep like parts together.
Maintain inventory records, inventory completions and adjustments, ship confirmations, receiving tallies, and scrap entries.
Perform cycle counts and other related duties.
Operate a power lift truck, hand truck, dolly, or other device.
Wear proper personal protective equipment for each assigned task.
Perform other related duties as directed.