Logistics Material Handler - 2nd Shift

nVent; Town of New Berlin (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

nVent is hiring for a full-time Logistics Material Handler on 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM) in New Berlin, WI. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour plus a $3.00 shift premium, with a dynamic, safety‑minded environment and opportunities for growth.

You will move and cycle count inventory using handheld devices, operate forklifts, and ensure accurate, on-time material flow while supporting continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1 year Distribution Center experience
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Capable of accurately matching product labels with information on a smartphone
• Ability to focus on counting products accurately during transactions
• Strong addition & multiplication skills
• Ability to exchange information and work as part of a team
• Must be able to operate motorized equipment and all forklift types safely
• Ability to follow verbal & written instructions from leads/supervisors
• Willingness to work voluntary/mandatory overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Perform material handling tasks including pick location replenishment, inbound stock putaway, and inventory cycle counting
• Operate forklift and complete daily lift inspections in accordance with safety policy
• Complete 5S tasks and maintain warehouse organization
• Ensure accurate inventory moves per WMS task assignments
• Prepare pallets for put away and replenishment
• Meet productivity rates for all material handling tasks
• Communicate barriers to leads or supervisors
• Support order picking when needed
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost

Skills

Distribution Center experience

Attention to detail

Smartphone use

Counting accuracy

Basic math (addition & multiplication)

Team communication

Forklift operation

Lift up to 60 lbs

Standing for long shifts

Overtime readiness

Job description

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Full-Time: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour + $3.00 per hour shift premium

Location: nVent, 16250 W. Woods Edge Road, New Berlin, WI 53151

Do you want to work in a safe, clean and state of the art environment with paid breaks? Do you want to work with a company that is growing? Do you want competitive pay and benefits?

If you said yes to one or more of these questions, then nVent is the place for you!

We are adding full-time 2nd shift Logistics Material Handlers to the team!

The Logistics Material Handler's main role is to move or cycle count inventory accurately throughout the building utilizing a smart phone like device or vehicle mounted PC and forklift or order picker. They significantly contribute to the team's success by working safely, accurately and at the defined productivity standard.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Perform a variety of material handling tasks including: pick location replenishment, inbound stock putaway, inventory cycle counting and truck loading/unloading

• Complete forklift certification class on all types of lifts

• Operate forklift equipment per safety policy including daily lift inspections

• Complete daily 5S tasks (warehouse organization and cleaning)

• Accurately complete inventory moves per WMS task assignment: accurate quantity and location

• Properly prep pallets for put away and replenishment per standard work

• Meet productivity rates when performing each Material Handling task

• Communicate barriers to leads or supervisors

• Contribute to the Continuous Improvement Program by participating on value stream teams or offering suggestions to increase Safety, Quality, On Time Delivery or Cost performance via the formal employee suggestion process

• Help with order picking when needed

YOU HAVE:

• 1 year Distribution Center experience

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

• Capable of accurately matching visual information on smart phone device with product labels

• Ability to focus on counting products accurately on every transaction to maintain inventory accuracy

• Strong addition & multiplication skills

• Ability to exchange information with co-workers and work as part of a team

• Ability to use smart phone device continuously during shift

• Ability to repetitively lift 10+ lbs.

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.

• Ability to be on feet continuously throughout an 8-10 hour shift

• Ability to occasionally bend 90 degrees & twist 45 degrees

• Must be able to operate motorized equipment and all forklift types safely

• Must be able to understand and follow verbal & written instructions provided by the training lead, department lead & department supervisor

• Ability to work voluntary / mandatory overtime as business dictates

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.