Materials Technician - 3rd Shift

Poclain•Sturtevant, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Materials Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient flow, accuracy, and integrity of materials throughout our manufacturing and distribution processes. This position is responsible for handling, storing, tracking, and moving inventory while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. You will work as part of a team to execute material control processes, support production needs, and ensure accurate inventory management through system transactions and physical movement of goods.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
Basic computer proficiency (inventory systems, data entry, transactions)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Safety-conscious mindset

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in materials handling, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification)
Experience with inventory control systems and cycle counting

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, wash, pick, package, and ship materials in accordance with established procedures
Load and unload trucks; coordinate dispatch activities
Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts
Perform cycle counts and maintain accurate inventory records in system(s)
Execute inventory transactions related to manufacturing, procurement, and shipping
Manage Kanban processes and ensure materials are issued using FIFO methodology
Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or discrepancies
Track and report scrap and material variances
Maintain required logs, documentation, and reports
Support 5S initiatives and identify process improvement opportunities (7 wastes)
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures
Perform other duties as assigned