Material Handler II — Lead, Kaizen & Inventory

Colonial Group; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Texas is seeking a skilled Material Handler to join our warehouse team. You will cross-train across Receiving, Shipping, Kitting, and Clean Room Material Handling, supporting training of colleagues and ensuring accurate inventory movement.

You will apply LEAN methods to improve material flow, participate in Kaizen activities, and maintain warehouse records and equipment functionality. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent plus one year job related experience.
• Ability to read, write, compare numbers, perform basic math tasks.
• Ability to recognize and associate name with material and part number.
• Knowledge of warehouse locator system and material movement procedures.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sustain continuous walking/standing.
• Valid Texas driver''s license and good driving record.
• Safety shoes and back support belt required.

Responsibilities

• Cross-trained to perform all Material Handling tasks at high skill level.
• Assist with training of warehouse associates.
• Must have the ability to flex to various areas of the warehouse operation to ensure we have adequate coverage at all times.
• Perform Material Handler responsibilities as required.
• Applies LEAN initiatives to optimize material flow through facility; leads Kaizen teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies in material flow, inventory control, and inventory management processes.
• Identify deviations from established procedures such as inappropriate material movements, improper authorization, and incomplete paper work.
• Monitor and maintain proper product separation and segregations.
• Maintain material flow and related computer transactions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through routine cycle counts.
• Identify procedures that can be improved and recommend changes.
• Provide Inventory Control and Planner Manager with monthly reports on warehouse activities and performance.
• Review all procedures quarterly and advise supervisor of needed or recommended changes.
• Interface with internal and external customers and vendors.
• Responsible for maintaining warehouse records.
• Responsible for assuring all warehouse equipment is in good working order.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift operation

Inventory control

LEAN / Kaizen

Training others

Supervision minimal

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse locator system

Job description

Colonial Group in Texas is seeking a skilled Material Handler to join our warehouse team. You will cross-train across Receiving, Shipping, Kitting, and Clean Room Material Handling, supporting training of colleagues and ensuring accurate inventory movement.

You will apply LEAN methods to improve material flow, participate in Kaizen activities, and maintain warehouse records and equipment functionality. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and a valid Texas driver’s license.