Material Handler I

The Gund Company; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gund Company in Waukesha, WI is seeking a Manufacturing Material Handler for first shift (6:30am–3:00pm, M-F). The role focuses on inventory accuracy, material handling, and order fulfillment in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.

Responsibilities include receiving, inspecting, storing, pulling and staging materials, verifying packing slips, and ensuring FIFO production flow. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, ability to read drawings, and forklift

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with related training or experience.
• Strong basic math skills and ability to use measuring tools.
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to operate a forklift and use hand tools.
• Flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, pull, and stage materials for fabrication.
• Verify documentation, match packing slips, and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle HAZCOM/HAZMAT materials per guidelines.
• Pull and stage materials based on FIFO and production schedules.

Skills

Basic math skills

Measuring tools usage

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

Hand tool usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Hand tools

Visual ERP

Data Link

Job description

Description

Shift:

1st (6:30am - 3:00pm, M-F)

Hourly Wage:

$20.60 -$22.66

Plant/Work Location

809 Philip Drive Waukesha, WI 53186

About The Gund Company

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Material Handler to join our team.

Manufacturing Material Handler Job Summary

As a Manufacturing Material Handler, you will Implement the Order Fulfillment Process steps related to the accuracy of raw material and finished goods inventory including quantity, storage location, material grade and dimensions.

Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Material Handler

• Material Handling: Receive, inspect, store, pull, and stage materials for fabrication.
• Inventory Accuracy: Verify documentation, match packing slips, and resolve discrepancies.
• Safety Compliance: Handle HAZCOM/HAZMAT materials per guidelines.
• Order Fulfillment: Pull and stage materials based on FIFO and production schedules.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
• Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Ability to understand drawing and blueprints.
• Ability to operate a forklift and use various hand tools.
• Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.

Preferred

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Visual ERP experience.
• Data Link experience.

Work Environment Manufacturing Material Handler

• This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• The position involves repetitive tasks and manual labor including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform manual tasks as required.

Careers: Why Work at Gund | The Gund Company

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of Manufacturing Material Handler position.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.