Lead Material Handler - Warehouse 2nd shift (3pm - 11pm) Job ID: REF70405R

Continental; Rochester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Lead Material Handler to oversee the safe handling of materials within a dynamic environment. This role involves coordinating logistics activities, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, and maintaining effective communication across teams. As a key player in the production process, you will be responsible for managing resources, operating powered industrial trucks, and utilizing SAP for inventory management. If you are passionate about logistics and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact on the organization’s success.

Qualifications

• 1 year of logistics experience required.
• Basic SAP experience and strong computer skills needed.
• Leadership skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe material handling of raw materials and finished goods.
• Coordinate transport activities and ensure ESH guidelines are followed.
• Maintain clean and safe workspace incorporating 5S principles.

Skills

Logistics

SAP

Leadership

Basic Math

Computer Skills

Multi-tasking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Logistics Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT)

SAP System

Job description

Job Description

Oversee the safe material handling activities of all raw materials, WIP, and finished goods throughout the organization and ensure adequate resources are available at point of use to meet daily production and/or requirements.

1. Lead shift material handlers and allocate resources where needed to support the movement of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
2. Coordinate 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.
3. Responsible to place orders for materials in SAP in a timely manner that support daily production requirements and established stock levels throughout the facilities.
4. Support receiving activities and documentation for receipts and other related SAP transactions for assigned location.
5. Coordinate resources (equipment and labor) to fulfill routine and non-routine requests including overtime and special projects.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Access information via SAP and other business systems (SDS Database, Document Control) as needed.
9. Coordinate the removal of plant refuse and recyclables in accordance with established facility guidelines and assist in maintaining outside storage areas.
10. Coordinate inventory maintenance activities including physical inventories, cycle counts, shift by shift inventory sheets, and spot checks as needed.
11. Participate in the auditing process including implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
12. Maintain a clean and safe workspace including housekeeping and other efforts that support a clean and safe workplace. Incorporate 5 S (everything has a place) into your work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: High School diploma/GED required.
• Experience: 1 year of experience in logistics is required.
• Technical Skills: Basic math and strong computer skills. 2 years PIT experience and must demonstrate the ability to operate the equipment proficiently and safely. Basic SAP experience required. Leadership skills preferred.
• Other Skills / Abilities: Multi-tasking, teamwork, problem solving, passion and commitment, clear and open communication, deliver results. Must be able to speak English.
• 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.

Company Description

ContiTech, a division of Continental, is one of the world’s leading suppliers of technical elastomer products and is a specialist in plastics technology. ContiTech develops and produces functional parts, components, and systems for machine and plant engineering, mining, the automotive industry, and other important industries. Our Somersworth, NH location is seeking a highly self-motivated and detail-oriented Lead Material Handler to join our team. Are you ready to shape the future with us?