Material Handler

Mannington Mills, Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mannington Mills, Inc is seeking a Material Handler in Madison, WI. The role involves receiving material from our facility, storing it, pulling items for work centers, and preparing finished goods for shipment.

You will operate multiple forklifts and perform cycle counts, with emphasis on accuracy and safety. Ideal candidates have forklift certification, SAP experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills required.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow written work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Move materials to and from storage areas.
• Stock and store materials.
• Pull orders with forklift based on production needs.
• Perform routine duties per established procedures.
• Conduct cycle counts for inventory control.
• Maintain assigned housekeeping responsibilities.
• Operate various forklifts safely (sit-down, stand-up, swing reach, electric pallet jack).
• Assist Finishing Building in material handling tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Mathematics

Windows PC

Forklift operation

RF gun

Team player

Instruction following

Tools

SAP

RF gun

Windows PC

Job description

As a Mannington Associate I am expected to conduct myself in a manner which supports the company’s values and philosophy, while performing in the best interest of my fellow associates. I am expected to contribute to our mission statement: to be the best people to do business with in the flooring industry.

The Material Handler is responsible for receiving material from our Manufacturing facility, loading it into a storage location, pulling material from location for use at a work center, stretch wrapping/preparing finished goods for shipment, and loading the finished goods onto the trailer for shipment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Move materials to and from designated storage areas.
• Stock Material. Sort and store items according to specifications.
• Pull orders using forklift based on production needs.
• Perform routine duties in accordance with established departmental procedures.
• Perform cycle counts for inventory control.
• Maintain assigned housekeeping responsibilities.
• On regular basis drive various forklifts including sit-down, stand-up, swing reach, electric pallet jack, and ride-on pallet jack.
• Assist Finishing Building in all material handling related activities.
• Perform other warehousing functions and duties in accordance with established departmental procedures and/or at direction of supervisor.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain safe working environment.

Job Responsibilities and Skills

• Must have good customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to comprehend written work instructions and information.
• Mathematical skills to include the ability to understand percentages, multiplication, subtraction, division, decimals, and fractions.
• Strong understanding of Mannington products, raw materials, material movement, and general understanding of the Finishing Process
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of using a Windows PC.
• Must be able to make accurate inventory transactions in SAP according to Standard Work Instructions
• Must pass forklift certification test
• Must be capable of using a RF gun
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Team player, able to follow instructions, goal oriented, able to work in a fast-paced environment with sharp deadlines

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, push, pull & reach for long periods of time. Must be able to lift & carry up to 60 lbs. Ability to maneuver around an array of machinery. Use of hands to finger, handle or feel. Color & peripheral vision; depth perception & ability to adjust focus. Work environment conditions include: exposure to moving mechanical parts; extreme heat & loud noise level in some areas of the facility. Ability to quickly respond to a signal when it appears. Must be able to wear steel toe shoes, hearing protection & other assigned PPE for the duration of the shift. Ability to work in an efficient & timely manner, multitasking where necessary. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform duties which requires tolerance of standing, repetitive hand movements, continual bending and squatting, near/far/depth/color vision, and inside ambient temperatures

Mannington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug and tobacco free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status.