Materials Associate I

Schneider Electric•El Paso, TX

About The Position

The Materials Associate I performs routine and repetitive material-handling duties in a manufacturing facility. The role ensures a continuous supply of materials to production and assembly areas by kitting parts, picking and sorting inventory, maintaining appropriate stock levels, and documenting material movement. The position follows detailed work directions and departmental procedures, quality objectives, and safety and environmental standards. Work takes place in a manufacturing and assembly-line environment and requires proper use of lifting devices and material-handling equipment.

Requirements

Must be able to take and successfully pass the appropriate Work Keys Assessment.
0–2 years of experience in a material-handling environment.
Ability to work independently.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to use hand and foot controls.
Ability to reach overhead, lift up to 26 pounds, and remain on feet for long hours, including stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing.
Ability to climb a ladder to perform work.
Must wear safety shoes and safety glasses.
Must use various lifting devices properly.

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate a scissor lift or cherry picker, as may be required.
Ability to certify in PIT equipment, as may be required.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, as may be required.

Responsibilities

Maintain a continuous supply of materials to one or more production or assembly areas.
Kit materials on the production line so all parts needed for an order are available at the point of origination and the line can keep moving.
Pick parts from Kanban or storage areas and place them into storage bins or kits.
Ensure the correct parts are maintained in appropriate quantities for production and assembly needs.
Take parts from inventory areas and keep the Water Spider stocked at appropriate inventory levels, as needed.
Perform repetitive material-supply functions according to detailed work directions and guidelines.
Operate a forklift truck or hand truck to deliver or pick parts and supplies, as needed.
Sort and count parts and supplies, and log inventory.
Inspect parts for damage or defects, record discrepancies or damage, and notify a supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
Trace or track lost parts and supplies, as needed.
Maintain the department database, prepare routine reports, and file Kitter records, as needed.
Document material movement using computer tablets.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality-improvement objectives, and applicable safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Use and maintain equipment and supplies properly, and promote continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental practices.
Maintain a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA requirements.
Perform other tasks as requested to support the effective and continuous utilization of assets.