Material Clerk

WireCo; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WireCo is seeking a Material Clerk to manage raw material handling and support the movement of lubricants, reels, pallets, and wire with inventory accuracy.

The role requires standing on the production floor, operating a forklift, and using Microsoft Excel/Outlook, plus systems like JD Edwards and Insight. Fluency in Spanish is required, with a focus on safety, housekeeping, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or ability to demonstrate basic literacy and math proficiency through education, experience, or assessment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Fluent in Spanish
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to learn to use measuring devices such as micrometers.
• Interest in continuing to develop skills and training.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to operate a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Stages (pulls) work orders ahead as required by Production Supervisor and Plant Scheduler, maintaining adequate inventory rotation and partial wire usage.
• Responsible for facilitating raw materials to the production lines.
• Issues wire from stock as new orders are released or from wire requests from Stranding Machine Operators and returns to stock of remaining wire.
• Maintains inventory accuracy by verifying locations and pallet identification.
• Maintains warehouse in adequate order and housekeeping.
• Performs all job duties in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
• Responsible for his/her own safety and the safety of those around the machine.
• Regular attendance, punctuality and the ability to work scheduled shifts including overtime when necessary.
• Prepare a weekly status report of cycle count or inventory adjustment activity.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Basic literacy

Team player

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

JD Edwards

Insight

RF Scanners

Micrometers

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

Role Description

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking, we create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. Our global footprint includes manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, and research and development centers around the world.

WireCo® offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including wages plus bonus program, paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid disability insurance.

For more information, check out our website at www.wireco.com and the following videos:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CJwd_yXZA

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking, we create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. Our global footprint includes manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, and research and development centers around the world.

WireCo® offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including wages plus bonus program, paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid disability insurance.

For more information, check out our website at www.wireco.com and the following videos:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CJwd_yXZA

The Material Clerk is accountable for the efficient management of raw material handling. Additionally contributing to the movement of lubricants, reels, pallets, and wire along with maintaining inventory and accuracy for all.

The Material Clerk must exhibit the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):

• Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength.
• Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts.
• Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others.
• Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome.
• Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals.
• Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth.
• Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Stages (pulls) work orders ahead as required by Production Supervisor and Plant Scheduler, maintaining adequate inventory rotation and partial wire usage.
• Responsible for facilitating raw materials to the production lines.
• Issues wire from stock as new orders are released or from wire requests from Stranding Machine Operators and returns to stock of remaining wire.
• Maintains inventory accuracy by verifying locations and pallet identification.
• Maintains warehouse in adequate order and housekeeping.
• Performs all job duties in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
• Responsible for his/her own safety and the safety of those around the machine.
• Regular attendance, punctuality and the ability to work scheduled shifts including overtime when necessary.
• Prepare a weekly status report of cycle count or inventory adjustment activity.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or ability to demonstrate basic literacy and math proficiency through education, experience, or assessment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Fluent in Spanish
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to learn to use measuring devices such as micrometers.
• Interest in continuing to develop skills and training.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to operate a forklift.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years manufacturing and/or warehouse experience.
• Detail oriented with a clear sense of urgency and ownership of all job responsibilities.
• A desire to be a part of a winning culture and a team player with initiatives to serve and continuously improve.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Combination office/production floor environment.
• Standing/walking on concrete floors for 12-hour shifts.
• Pushing/pulling, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Materials and Equipment Directly Used

• Standard office equipment including computer, mouse, keyboard, telephone, multifunction copier.
• Personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed safety shoes.
• Company information systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office, JD Edwards, Insight, DSI tran-collector/RF_Scanners. Operate fork-truck and hoists, band cutters, micrometers

Additional Information

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a post-offer background check. Must successfully complete all post-offer pre-employment screening requirements, including:
  • Criminal background check
  • Employment verification
  • Education verification
  • Drug screening
  • Physical examination
• A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.