Material Handler II

Leviton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical solutions seeks a Material Handler to support production through effective material flow management. This role involves processing materials, operating handling equipment, and performing inventory tasks. The position offers opportunities for problem solving and improvement initiatives, making it ideal for those with a proactive mindset. Experience in warehouse functions is preferred with comprehensive benefits available from day one.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx coverage

401(k) Program with employer matching contributions

Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance

Up to 18 days Paid Time Off

Volunteer Time Off and Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse functions like receiving and shipping.
• Proficiency in inventory movement transactions.
• Basic math and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Pull and deliver materials for production.
• Verify received components for stocking.
• Perform inventory records and cycle counts.

Skills

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Judgment for safety hazards

Flexibility

Education

Minimum one (1) year related experience

Tools

Warehouse management systems

ERP systems

Job description

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About the role

This position demonstrates proficiency in multiple areas of material handling such as processing materials to support production by performing the duties involved in receiving, stocking, issuing, and/or shipping materials/supplies. Operates material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This position can perform more complex tasks and may rotate between areas with moderate supervision. They may also assist in problem solving material flow issues.

2nd Shift: 1:30pm to 12am Mon-Thur

Responsibilities

• Supports production by pulling and delivering all materials necessary to complete shop orders
• Supports receiving by verifying conformance to invoices and stocking all received components on the appropriate shelf location
• Verifies and maintains product identification and count
• Prepares inventory records and investigates discrepancies in stock counts
• Performs weigh counts for materials and stores them as necessary
• Obtains, moves, sorts and packages products and materials
• Communicates with supervisors, leads and assemblers to determine schedule of work for pulling materials
• Credits production and prepares goods for outbound shipment
• Coordinates and performs the loading of trailers
• Performs finished good and component cycle counts
• Generates move or scrap transactions as needed to ensure inventory accuracy
• Organizes material shelves/staging areas as needed for optimum efficiency
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to material flow and efficiency
• May assist in training level I material handlers on proper process and equipment use

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic math skills – adding, subtracting and measuring
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written format
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to use judgement related to identifying potential safety hazards
• Ability to communicate and interact with support personnel from outside departments to resolve material availability issues
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility

Physical Demands

• This position requires 20% clerical and planning and 80% material handling, production assembly machine operations, and/or walking and assisting production employees
• Work is primarily performed on the manufacturing floor where noise levels may be moderate or high and hearing protection may have to be worn
• Eye and foot protection may have to be worn
• The lifting of weights up to 30 pounds may occur regularly, with a potential for lifting weights of up to 45 pounds on an occasional basis
• There is potential exposure to extreme temperatures
• The occasional physical demands of the position include climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and eye/hand/foot coordination
• May stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.

Education & Experience

• Minimum one (1) year related experience
• Proficient in 1 or more warehouse functions (receiving, shipping, material handling, production support, etc.)
• Proficient in use of warehouse management systems and/or ERP systems to perform inventory movement transactions and material inventory validations/investigations

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical (with an HSA option), Dental, Vision and Rx coverage beginning the 1st day of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Program with employer matching contributions. Participation begins immediately upon hire; employer match begins after 1 year of service
• Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance options
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Up to 18 days Paid Time Off

Other perks include Volunteer Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Advocacy Program, Bereavement Leave, and additional wellness incentive programs.

For more information about benefits, please go to:https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process.For any questions, or to ensurethe legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at631.812.6544.

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