Material Handler

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi ASTEMO Americas, Inc. in Harrodsburg, Kentucky seeks a Full-time Material Handler. The role involves managing material orders, pulling inventory from storage, and supporting production with timely delivery of items.

You will read and follow work instructions, perform quality checks, and ensure safe, efficient warehouse operations. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, shipping prep, inventory counts, and adherence to ISO 14001 and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Reads, comprehends, and follows work instructions and procedures.
• Performs quality checks to ensure damaged or unusable materials are not used.

Responsibilities

• Manages materials orders from production and pulls inventory from storage areas to deliver items requested.
• Loads and unloads materials and finished assemblies/subassemblies from trucks.
• Counts inventory and ensures accuracy of entering/leaving warehouse.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory management

Quality checks

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Cross-training

Job description

Location: Harrodsburg, Kentucky, United States Job ID: R0001601 Date Posted: 2021-02-24 Company Name: HITACHI ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

• Manages materials orders from production and pulls inventory from storage areas to accurately deliver items requested.
• Reads, comprehends, and follows work instructions and established procedures, production schedules, and shipping orders.
• Loads and unloads materials and finished assemblies/subassemblies from trucks.
• Tracks inventory including materials and finished assemblies/subassemblies using check sheets, records, and specialized software.
• Moves materials and finished assemblies/subassemblies to and from production areas, storage areas, and/or shipping areas manually and/or using pneumatic or electric powered equipment.
• Transfers materials into machine hoppers.
• Operates powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and finished assemblies/subassemblies.
• Stacks materials and finished assemblies/subassemblies into appropriate containers and prepares them for shipping.
• Packs orders including shrink-wrapping contents onto pallets and loading pallets onto trucks for delivery.
• Ensures orders are accurate and records inventory entering and leaving warehouse.
• Counts inventory as necessary/required.
• Seals, marks and/or labels containers as required.
• Cleans and prepares containers before utilizing them.
• Performs quality checks to verify containers and packing materials are damage free and in usable condition.
• Completes checks to ensure loads for transport are secure.
• Administers scheduled equipment checks including recharging equipment batteries and lubricating tools/equipment.
• Carries out all instructed/required quality checks and fills out appropriate check sheet information.
• Performs all assignments safely, wears any required personal protective items, and follows all safety rules at all times.
• Ensures all environmental (ISO 14001) policy initiatives and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Uses all time wisely, works efficiently, and works effectively.
• Aids other team members in getting tasks at hand complete when necessary/required.
• Looks for ways to improve the production process.
• Shares process improvement ideas and aids in the implementation of continuous improvement measures.
• Keeps assigned work areas clean, neat, and free from clutter.
• Assists in cleaning activities daily.
• Takes instruction from leadership, cooperates with other team members, has respect for fellow team members, and functions effectively as a member of a team.
• Understands the importance of cross-training.
• There are many different tasks associated with a material handler position.
• Various tasks must be performed daily and team members are expected to be flexible with regard to necessary changes in shift and work location/assignment as needed.

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