Materials Associate I

Sonova AG•Aurora, IL

1d•$18

About The Position

In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products: we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. To enable a life without limitations, through our core business brands – Advanced Bionics, Audiological Care, Phonak, Sennheiser (under license) and Unitron – we develop, manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry. The Materials Associate I will perform materials / logistics related functions in order to support the manufacturing and distribution of Hearing Aids, FM Systems and Accessories.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in inventory management, logistics and/or receiving
HS diploma, GED or equivalent
Strong Knowledge of inventory management concepts
Must be able to speak, read and write in English
Willingness to work in a team environment
Open to flex/change job assignments
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent manual dexterity, use small hand tools and light bench equipment
Able to read small font, follow and understand work instructions
Ability to use both hands to perform tasks such as moving material, product, and equipment
Demonstrated understanding and handling of material in accordance with established safety procedures
Able to use a computer, train others and use problem solving techniques
Ability to count, verify and audit inventory locations
Valid Il Drivers License
Perform other duties as assigned
Stand for 8 hours a day
Walk for 8 hours a day
Lift weight of up to 50 lbs.
Repetitive motions using both hands
A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Responsibilities

Order fulfillment (Packing, Picking)
Value Added Assembly (RIC, Battery Label, BTE Recasing)
Invoicing
Driver
Visual inspects product, identifies defects/rejects and escalates as required
Active participation in quality improvement processes
Initiates process improvements and motivates peers to achieve team goals
Meets established individual and team goals
Maintains workstation in a clean, safe and orderly manner
Flex to various positions as business needs require

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
TeleHealth options
401k plan with company match
Company paid life/ad&d insurance
Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
STD LTD Buy-ups available
Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
Legal/ID Theft Assistance
PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Hearing aid discount for employees and family
Internal social recognition platform
D&I focused: D&I council and employee resource groups