Material Handler

BlueCrest; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in postal and parcel automation solutions, BlueCrest, is seeking a Material Handler in Danbury, Connecticut. The role entails various warehouse activities, including inventory management and material supply to production lines, ensuring operational efficiency through effective organization and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Fluent in reading and understanding English (grade 12 level).
• Math skills (grade 12 level).
• Familiarity with hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming inventory and accurately put it away.
• Ensure timely supply of materials to the production line.
• Provide support in distributing service parts.
• Execute material movements in the BlueCrest ERP System.
• Organize warehouse and production area.
• Perform regular inventory cycle counts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

BlueCrest is the innovative leader in postal and parcel automation solutions. With a focus on operational efficiency, customer experience, and technology integration, BlueCrest empowers businesses to achieve success through streamlined processes and meaningful connections from data through delivery. BlueCrest is a global company with clients and team members located in 16 countries worldwide, including an expansive field service team comprised of nine-hundred specialized field service technicians. BlueCrest’s manufacturing headquarters is based in Danbury, Connecticut.

Our BlueCrest culture is reflected by our core behaviors: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Resourcefulness and Enthusiasm (ICARE). It is with these behaviors in mind that we approach every customer, every idea, every product, and every employee, every day. It is the essence of how we interact and work—it’s how things get done at BlueCrest.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for general warehouse activities, including receiving and put away of inventory, timely supply of materials to the production line, service parts distribution support, transacting material movements in our BlueCrest ERP System, maintaining physical organization in the warehouse and production area, conducting inventory cycle counts, and supporting parts delivery for recon and engineering. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and technical knowledge will contribute to the efficient operation of our facility.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive incoming inventory and accurately put it away in designated locations.
• Ensure timely supply of materials to the production line, keeping it well-stocked to avoid disruptions.
• Provide support in distributing service parts to the appropriate departments or teams.
• Execute material movements accurately in the BlueCrest ERP System, maintaining accurate records.
• Organize the warehouse and production area to optimize space and facilitate efficient operations.
• Perform regular inventory cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels and identify discrepancies.
• Assist in delivering parts for reconditioning and engineering purposes.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

The role will report to the Warehouse and Inventory Manager collaborate with manufacturing cell leaders and experienced machine builders.

Qualifications

MINIMUM:

• High school diploma, GED, or in process.
• Good mechanical aptitude; fluent in reading and understanding English – grade 12 level or higher; Math skills – grade 12 level or higher; familiarity with hand tools.

PREFERRED:

• Previous experience in manufacturing warehouse environment is highly desirable, as it provides an understanding of product components and handling materials effectively.
• Proficiency in using computers and various software applications to record and track inventory movements.
• A technical background or familiarity with technical terminology and concepts is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.