Material Handler: Lean Manufacturing and Material Flow

API Heat Transfer Career Center; Town of Columbus (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Training and certification options

Growth and advancement within Supply 链

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is seeking a reliable Material Handler to support continuous material flow at our Franklin, WI facility. This full-time, on-site role ensures production operators have materials, components, tools, and packaging when needed, contributing to a lean manufacturing environment.

The position involves handling materials, operating pallet jacks and forklifts, and maintaining 5S standards while collaborating with the Supply Chain team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in manufacturing or warehousing preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Familiarity with Kanban or Lean principles is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Good communication and team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials, components, and packaging to production workstations on a timed route.
• Replenish materials using Kanban signals, pick lists, and standard work instructions.
• Remove empty containers, scrap, finished parts, and dunnage from work areas.
• Stage and organize materials at Point-of-Use locations.
• Operate pallet jacks, tuggers, and forklifts (training provided).
• Maintain accurate inventory by scanning materials and reporting discrepancies.
• Support cycle counting and basic inventory control activities.
• Maintain 5S standards in material storage and production areas.
• Communicate shortages or material issues to the Supply Chain team.
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Materials handling

Pallet jack operation

Forklift operation

Kanban/Lean principles

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Tools

Forklift

Job description

API Heat Transfer is seeking a reliable Material Handler to support continuous material flow at our Franklin, WI facility. This full-time, on-site role ensures production operators have materials, components, tools, and packaging when needed, contributing to a lean manufacturing environment.

The position involves handling materials, operating pallet jacks and forklifts, and maintaining 5S standards while collaborating with the Supply Chain team.