Material Handler Lead

Force-America,-Inc

Town of Manitowoc (WI)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 78,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee Owned - ESOP

Health Insurance

401(k) plan plus Employer 401(k) Match

Dental insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA - Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement Program

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Force-America, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler Lead in Manitowoc, WI to oversee warehouse operations, inventory control, and cycle counting under the Materials Manager.

You will lead daily teams, manage inbound/outbound shipments, and drive process improvements to accuracy and efficiency. The role prioritizes leadership, collaboration, and precise execution in a fast-paced shop environment with exposure to heavy parts and equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum 3+ years of warehouse/shop experience.
Extensive knowledge of inventory control and warehousing procedures.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily inventory control and cycle counting.
Coordinate with manager and lead daily team meetings.
Manage inbound receiving, put-away, and outbound shipments.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Regular Full-Time Manitowoc,WI-LDI, Manitowoc, WI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1539

Overview:

The Material Handler Lead is responsible for the daily operations of the warehouse, material management, and inventory control reporting to the Materials Manager. This role will assist the warehouse in cycle counting, pulling parts for orders, shipping, receiving, unloading trucks and checking in/shelving merchandise. It is crucial to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure all information is reported to operations in a timely manner.

Daily Communication with Manager
Engage team with daily meetings to ensure teamwork and workflow for the day
Planning, implementing, and monitoring activities related to material management and inventory control
Overseeing daily cycle counting procedures to ensure inventory accuracy
Driving continuous improvement projects, analyzing inventory variances, researching root causes, and formulating recommendations to improve inventory accuracy
Developing and implementing inventory control performance metrics
Researching and reconciling inventory transaction errors
Developing and implementing policies and procedures as they pertain to warehouse operations
Return Goods Processing
Inbound receiving and product put away
Truck and small package shipments. Includes filling bill of ladings and scheduling truck pickups. Also includes processing small package shipments through FedEx, Speedee , and UPS Worldship programs
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of experience in a warehouse/shop environment
Must have extensive functional knowledge of inventory control and warehousing procedures
Be collaborative, results driven, detail-oriented and organized
Demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal and communication skills
Capacity to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP system preferred but not required

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The majority of the time will be inside conditions with protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Some work is achieved near open bays with no control over weather conditions.
There are periodic high noise levels and vibration associated with this job. Sources include: engine noise, air compressors, air powered equipment, and other shop noises.
There are potential of physical hazards in which there is danger to life, health, or bodily injury, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving equipment, heavy parts, electrical shock, compressed air and exposure to chemicals.
Machines, tools, equipment, and work aids which may be representative, but not all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work.
- Air power tools, electric drill, drill press, crimping machines, grinders (both hand and bench), wrenches, heat guns, lathe, torches, welders, a variety of hand tools, mills, and electric cords.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to exert up to 70 lbs. of force occasionally (5 times per day) and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently (50 times per day) and up to 25 lbs. of force on a regular basis through the day, depending on work related circumstances.
Must be able to lift objects from floor to above shoulder level. Must be able to move objects/parts/tools and equipment from one area to another and one level to another level.
Strong hand-eye coordination
Standing or Walking for up to 4 hours at a time.
Reaching – extending and pulling the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while working with various tools as mentioned above.
Handling - seizing, holding, grasping, turning, pulling, or otherwise working with hands and arms.
Pulling – using arms in such a way as pulling of tools, wrenches, parts, and equipment to complete the job.
Manual dexterity – picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily.
Feeling – being able to determine objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture by means of receptors in skin, particularly those of finger tips.

Benefits :

100% Employee Owned - ESOP
Health Insurance (3 plan options)
401(k) plan plus Employer 401(k) Matching
Dental insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
HSA - Health Savings Account
Paid time off
Paid Holidays
Education Reimbursement Program
Vision insurance
Accident/Critical Illness Insurance options
Life Insurance
And more!

8-hour shifts starting at either 6am or 7am, Monday - Friday

Overview:

Essential Responsibilities:

Daily Communication with Manager
Engage team with daily meetings to ensure teamwork and workflow for the day
Planning, implementing, and monitoring activities related to material management and inventory control
Overseeing daily cycle counting procedures to ensure inventory accuracy
Driving continuous improvement projects, analyzing inventory variances, researching root causes, and formulating recommendations to improve inventory accuracy
Developing and implementing inventory control performance metrics
Researching and reconciling inventory transaction errors
Developing and implementing policies and procedures as they pertain to warehouse operations
Return Goods Processing
Inbound receiving and product put away
Truck and small package shipments. Includes filling bill of ladings and scheduling truck pickups. Also includes processing small package shipments through FedEx, Speedee , and UPS Worldship programs
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of experience in a warehouse/shop environment
Must have extensive functional knowledge of inventory control and warehousing procedures
Be collaborative, results driven, detail-oriented and organized
Demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal and communication skills
Capacity to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP system preferred but not required

Work Environment:

The majority of the time will be inside conditions with protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Some work is achieved near open bays with no control over weather conditions.
There are periodic high noise levels and vibration associated with this job. Sources include: engine noise, air compressors, air powered equipment, and other shop noises.
There are potential of physical hazards in which there is danger to life, health, or bodily injury, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving equipment, heavy parts, electrical shock, compressed air and exposure to chemicals.
Machines, tools, equipment, and work aids which may be representative, but not all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work.
- Air power tools, electric drill, drill press, crimping machines, grinders (both hand and bench), wrenches, heat guns, lathe, torches, welders, a variety of hand tools, mills, and electric cords.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to exert up to 70 lbs. of force occasionally (5 times per day) and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently (50 times per day) and up to 25 lbs. of force on a regular basis through the day, depending on work related circumstances.
Must be able to lift objects from floor to above shoulder level. Must be able to move objects/parts/tools and equipment from one area to another and one level to another level.
Strong hand-eye coordination
Standing or Walking for up to 4 hours at a time.
Reaching – extending and pulling the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while working with various tools as mentioned above.
Handling - seizing, holding, grasping, turning, pulling, or otherwise working with hands and arms.
Pulling – using arms in such a way as pulling of tools, wrenches, parts, and equipment to complete the job.
Manual dexterity – picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily.
Feeling – being able to determine objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture by means of receptors in skin, particularly those of finger tips.

Benefits :