Material Handler - 1st Shift

Northwire Inc; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwire Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to receive, store, and transport materials used in production. You will use forklift equipment to move items, verify lot numbers, and ensure correct labeling and locations in the warehouse.

The role requires basic math, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with MRP/ERP systems. Prior forklift experience is preferred and a Northwire license may be required within one week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification or license preferred or must be obtained within one week.
• Experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and move materials to production and back to stock.
• Operate forklift and ensure safe, efficient handling.
• Use MRP/ERP system to update weights and locations.
• Verify material part numbers with barcode scanners.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and document material flow.
• Perform forklift inspections and report needed repairs.
• Assist with inventory and data entry as needed.

Skills

Forklift license

Basic math

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

MRP/ERP knowledge

Barcode scanning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MRP/ERP

QAD/QCBD

Barcode scanners

Job description

Material Handler is responsible for receiving and storing all the materials used in production along returning to stock.Using a variety of scales and delivery mechanisms, including a forklift while safely ensuring timely and accurate delivery to internal customers.Material Handler must ensure all material is correctly labeled with the correct lot number and placed in the correct locations.Also responsible for incoming inspection of materials.Data entry for the return raw materials to and from the Warehouse, Production Lines and Shipping/Receiving as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Transfer raw materials both in the computer system and to/from the Warehouse, Production, and Shipping/Receiving without incurring process downtime
• Use MRP/ERP with adjusted material or product weights and locations
• Use barcode scanner(s) to verify material part numbers and locations
• Load and unload (and keep clean) compound dryers following existing procedures
• Maintain clean, organized workstation and assigned areas
• Perform forklift inspections and notify Maintenance of needed repairs
• Maintain material and product documentation per requirements
• Assist with scheduled facility inventories
• All other duties assigned

It is the responsibility of all Team Members to:

• Proactively ensure a safe working environment for Team member and guests
• Live and model the Vision, Mission, Quality policy and Safety Policies
• Create a culture of performance as evidenced by continual improvement in Safety, Quality, Innovation and attaining company sales revenue and earnings growth targets
• Create a learning organization that can adapt to changing market needs
• Abide by Code of Ethics for Professional Conduct, utilizing appropriate professional and respectful behavior in all situations and maintaining absolute confidentiality.
• Support the delivery of high-quality products and services that exceed customer expectations.
• Forklift license (training provided for qualification)
• Basic math
• Problem solving
• Analytical ability
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer knowledge (training provided for QAD/QCBD)
• ISO 9001:2008/QMS knowledge

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Climate controlled warehouse and production environment with cement floors. Operating scales, handcarts, forklift and other material handling equipment as needed.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Lifting up to 50 lbs. While performing the duties of this position, the TEAM Member is frequently required to talk or listen to fellow TEAM Members. Using both hands for simple grasping/torqueing, firm grasping/torqueing and firm manipulation. Ability to use head and neck in static, frequent flexing/extension and frequent rotating positions. Ability to sit, stand and walk.Ability to see with 20/20 vision (can be assisted with glasses or contact lenses) and the ability to distinguish between different colors.

PPE as needed: (e.g. safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, standard work gloves, heat resistant gloves, chemical-resistant gloves).

Expected Hours of Work:

Monday through Friday with an estimated total of 40 hours per week. Schedule may fluctuate based on business needs with the potential of overtime.

Travel:

There is limited expected for this position.

Relocation:

No relocation is expected for this position.

Required Education:

High school education or GED.

Preferred Experience:

Previous warehouse or manufacturing forklift experience required. Ability to use MRP or ERP software preferred. Forklift certification or license preferred or must achieve Northwire Forklift License within one (1) week.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable):

None

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the TEAM Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Northwire, Inc. is anEqual Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V