Material Handler: Keep Production Stocked & On-Time

Leggett & Platt; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Genesis Seating in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Material Handler to receive, unpack/pack, palletize, and move materials to the production lines, while maintaining accurate records. This role supports on-time production and inventory control in a manufacturing environment.

The position requires forklift operation, ERP/MRP data entry, and strict adherence to safety procedures. You’ll participate in lean initiatives and help ensure stock levels meet production needs on a daily

Qualifications

• Solid work history including related material handling experience.
• Must possess fork truck operation experience and/or certification and the ability to use all types of material handling equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, inventory reports, packing lists and check in incoming material.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Good judgment related to safety, quality, cost and delivery of parts, processes and product.
• Basic math, computer and keyboarding skills to work within the ERP/MRP system.

Responsibilities

• Transports various material including fabricated and vendor parts, scrap, finished goods, etc.
• Receives, stores, delivers and maintains inventory records of parts and materials to the production lines and other areas as required.
• Safely loads and unloads trucks and containers of materials, parts or products and delivers material to the proper point.
• Maintains minimum stock in the production area to ensure continuous production.
• Complies with PPE guidelines and safe operation of fork trucks.
• Performs ERP/MRP transactions to maintain accurate quantity-by-location inventory control.
• Performs safety and maintenance checklists on all equipment.
• Participates in Lean and Kaizen events and training.
• Other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Leggett & Platt, Genesis Seating in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Material Handler to receive, unpack/pack, palletize, and move materials to the production lines, while maintaining accurate records. This role supports on-time production and inventory control in a manufacturing environment.

The position requires forklift operation, ERP/MRP data entry, and strict adherence to safety procedures. You’ll participate in lean initiatives and help ensure stock levels meet production needs on a daily