Production Material Handler

Rockwell Automation; India; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mindfulness program with Calm

Volunteer time off

Volunteer donation matching

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rockwell Automation is seeking a Material Coordinator at its Chennai plant in Kanchipuram, India. You will manage shop floor material flow, coordinate with warehouse teams, and ensure timely availability of materials for production using SAP transactions.

The role requires fluency in English, forklift experience, and willingness to work shifts. A Diploma/Degree in logistics or supply chain management with at least 3 years in a similar role is preferred; safety, teamwork, and proactive planning

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain management, or related field.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management applications and MS Office.
• Familiarity with SAP WMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive kitting items on the shop floor from released production orders.
• Check for discrepancies; report gaps and coordinate with warehouse for shortages.
• Maintain SAP postings for material received and line consumption.
• Release and track production orders; share kitting plans with warehouse.
• Operate material handling equipment and maintain a safe work environment.
• Support shifts and overtime as required.

Skills

Fluency in English

Education

Diploma / Degree in logistics, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

SAP WMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life‑saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As a Material Coordinator, you will be responsible for supporting shop floor material flow activities, ensuring timely availability of materials for production, coordinating with warehouse teams, and maintaining SAP transactions related to production orders and material consumption. You will work closely with Assembly Supervisors and Leaders to align production plans and support material kitting activities in a manufacturing environment. You will report to PRODUCTION & ROS MANAGER. You will work in Onsite work mode based in our Chennai plant in Kanchipuram, India.

Your Responsibilities

Receive Kitting items at Shop floor based on the released production orders. Check for discrepancies on the kitted material received and report on the gaps. Follow-up with the warehouse for the shortages and ensure continuous feed to line without any line stoppage. Keep record of orders received and track the shortages. SAP posting of material received and line consumption posting. SAP releasing / tracking of production order and share kitting plan to warehouse team based on production plan. SAP confirmation for order completed along with material confirmation. Monitor Kanban shelves and fill them in when needed. Work closely with Assembly Supervisor to align production plan and support on planning of material Kitting. Operate material handling equipment to move products from Warehouse to Shop floor. Perform all tasks to ensure a safe work environment. Be agreeable to continual training in all areas of Shopfloor, warehouse operations. Awareness and implementation of Health & Safety process. Good time keeping is essential. Keep parts and Shopfloor area orderly and clean. Agreement to overtime when requested. Fluency in written and spoken English. Should be ready to work in Shifts.

The Essentials – You Will Have

• Diploma / Degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 3+ yrs exp in similar field.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management applications and Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with SAP WMS module and proficiency in using relevant software applications.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts or pallet jacks, and obtain necessary certifications if required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by operational needs.
• Must be able to bend and lift heavy boxes.

The Preferred – You Might Also Have

• Familiarity with SAP WMS module and proficiency in using relevant software applications.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management applications.
• Experience in shop floor material handling, kitting, and production support activities.
• Experience working with Kanban replenishment processes.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive mindfulness programmes with a premium membership to Calm.
• Volunteer Paid Time Off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
• Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Personalised wellbeing programmes through our OnTrack programme.
• On-demand digital course library for professional development.
• ... and other local benefits!

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!