Material Handler - copy

Chromalox, Inc.; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Chromalox, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to oversee inbound receiving and outbound shipping in our Tennessee warehouse.

The role focuses on moving materials, staging inventory, and supporting timely shipments according to priority schedules. The ideal candidate has at least one year of warehouse experience, can lift up to 50 lbs, and is comfortable with an automated order scanner and powered equipment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of warehouse experience or training.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods.
• Experience with an automated order scanner.
• Ability to operate a forklift, hand truck, and other warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Stage inventory and maintain kits for parts and orders.
• Pull and kit parts using pick lists for production, projects, or customer orders.
• Maintain accurate and timely material transactions and inventory levels.
• Perform daily cycle counts and assist with annual physical inventory.
• Plan, pack, and prepare products for customer shipments.
• Ensure packing meets protection requirements and verify inclusion against packing lists.
• Restock merchandise and support quality/efficiency improvements.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Team collaboration

Tools

Automated order scanner

Job description

Material Handler

copyComposed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies. At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry. We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs. Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

Role

Our Material Handler is tasked with overseeing incoming products and the shipping of products from the warehouse/stockroom while moving materials to the designated storage areas. They will follow the priority dispatch list in setting up and prioritizing work with assigned work teams; responsible for timely material issue resolution to insure on time shipping commitments. Additionally, the Material Handler is responsible for reports and logs while accounting for all replenishment orders and part shortages and outages and for timely completion of JDE transactions for materials received and issued. They ensure that materials are placed in the proper position and available for use as needed.

Responsibilities

• Stage inventory and maintain kitting systems for parts and orders utilized in production areas and for assigned project orders using production schedules.
• Utilize pick lists to pull and kit all parts necessary for assigned production, project orders, or customer orders.
• Maintain accurate and timely completion of material transactions and manage inventory levels.
• Perform daily Cycle Count.
• Perform major variance root cause analysis and assist with annual physical inventory.
• Plans, prepares, and packs products for customer shipments.
• Select materials for packing or protection of products and method of bracing or blocking to prevent shifting or damage while in transit.
• Check against packing list for inclusion of all components and parts.
• Restocks merchandise.
• Works individually and as a team to develop and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
• Examines products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Other duties as assigned through identified and established process improvements.

Requirements

• At least one year of Warehouse experience and/or training with relevant experience.
• Comfortability with handling up to 50-lbs.
• Comfortability with standing extended periods of time.
• Comfortability with operating an automated order scanner.
• Comfortability operating a fork truck, hand truck, and other equipment in the warehouse area.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment. Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.