As a Lead Material Handler, you will oversee the safe material handling activities of all raw materials, WIP, and finished goods throughout the organization. Ensure that adequate resources are available at point of use to meet daily production and/or requirements. You maintain open communication to respond to changing requirements, escalate safety or inventory issues promptly, and safely operate powered industrial trucks (e.g., forklifts) in accordance with certification and site procedures.

• Lead shift material handlers and allocate resources needed to support the movement of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

• Coordinate the transport activities including box truck and trailer loading and unloading while ensuring all Environmental, Safety & Health (ESH) guidelines (e.g., PPE, chock blocks, dock locks and safety chains) are followed.

• Responsible for placing orders for materials in SAP in a timely manner that support daily production requirements and established stock levels throughout the facilities.

• Support receiving activities and documentation for receipts and other related SAP transactions for assigned location.

• Coordinate resources (equipment and labor) to fulfill routine and non-routine requests including overtime and special projects.

• Ensure open communications exist on a daily basis to facilitate ever changing requirements and escalate safety, inventory discrepancies and shortages to management. Resources include mobile phones, email, two-way radios and other company systems.

• Responsible for the safe operation of all Logistics Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) including mandatory shift safety checks, established operating guidelines, PPE, and all other required organizational protocols.

• Access information via SAP and other business systems (SDS Database, Document Control) as needed.

• Coordinate the removal of plant refuse and recyclables in accordance with established facility guidelines and assist in maintaining outside storage areas.

• Coordinate inventory maintenance activities including physical inventories, cycle counts, shift by shift inventory sheets, and spot checks as needed.

• Participating in the auditing process including implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain a clean and safe workspace including housekeeping and other efforts that support a clean and safe workplace. Incorporate 5S (everything has a place) into your work environment.

Environment

• Safety is our highest priority. All employees are required to consistently follow established safety procedures and guidelines, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel or composite toe footwear, and in limited cases hearing protection.

• The work on the shopfloor is within a non-climate-controlled environment. Employees should be comfortable working in varying temperatures (hot and cold) and in conditions that include exposure to forklift and pedestrian traffic, as well as elevated noise levels.

• This is a 24/7 Facility and has many different shifts. Here are the hours associated with the 8-hour shifts working Monday through Friday:

  • FEM1 is the first shift operating from 7am-3pm

  • FEM2 is the second shift operating from 3pm-11pm (Shift associated with this position)

  • FEM3 is the third shift operating from 11pm-7am.

• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

• High School diploma/GED required

• 1 year of experience in Logistics required

• 2 years’ PIT experience and must demonstrate the ability to operate the equipment proficiently and safely.

• Basic math and strong computer skills

• Basic SAP experience required

• Ability to multi-task, work in a team, problem solving, passion and commitment, clear and open communication, deliver results.

• Leadership skills (preferred)

• Candidates must possess proficiency in spoken and reading English, sufficient to perform the essential functions of this role.

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

• Relocation benefits would not be offered for this job opening.