Material Handler - MFG - Kimball, Salem, IN - Salem, IN

Kimball International; Salem (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimball International in Salem, IN, seeks a qualified quality inspector to verify counts and inspect parts per SOR on the factory floor. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to quality standards.

You will operate forklifts, use gauges and air tools, set up fixtures, and follow lockout procedures. You will participate in continuous improvement and support the company’s quality systems on-site.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Ability to comprehend and follow job safety guidelines.
• Able to read and follow load cards/SOR/OMS and use measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Verify counts per Shop Order Release (SOR) specifications.
• Inspect parts for quantities per SOR specifications.
• Inspect for obvious damage, color consistency and workmanship per standards.
• Document necessary information.
• Keep workspace and equipment clean and organized.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required.
• Follow safety guidelines and wear PPE.
• Identify nonconformities and follow disposition procedures.
• Implement process improvements.
• Support Kimball International Quality system and EMS.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Read SOR/load cards

Lift heavy parts

Air tools

Set up fixtures

Lockout procedures

Preventive maintenance

Maintain forms

Gauges & measuring tools

Identify nonconformities

Attendance history

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Gauges and measuring devices

Air driven hand tools

Job description

Requisition Number

26-341

Brand

Kimball International

Brand Information

If you prefer a career that offers different opportunities daily while working with a variety of people, Kimball International would like to talk to you. We are a family-friendly company that values the differences that make each associate unique.

Job Description

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

• Verify counts per Shop Order Release (SOR) specification.
• Inspect parts for quantities per SOR specifications.
• Inspect for obvious damage, color consistency and alignment or any other material specifications and inspect parts for compliance to any other quality or workmanship standards.
• Document necessary information.
• Keep work space and equipment clean and well organized.
• Perform proper preventive maintenance as required on any equipment being used.
• Follow all safety guidelines and uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Identify nonconformities and follow nonconforming product procedures and be aware of disposition authority.
• Implement process improvements.
• Support the Vision and Guiding Principles and other policies of Kimball International and National Office Furniture.
• Follow and support the Quality system. Performs job rotation as directed. Support our Environmental Management System (EMS).

Job Requirements

• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to comprehend and follow job safety guidelines
• Able to comprehend and follow directions on a load card, SOR (if applicable) or OMS.
• Able to lift parts from floor to operation level frequently
• Skilled in the use of air driven hand tools
• Capable of setting up forms/fixtures to specifications
• Understands/follows proper lockout procedures
• Able to perform preventative maintenance to tools/equipment
• Able to maintain forms as appropriate.
• Able to use required gauges and measuring devices
• Able to use load moving devices
• Ability to identify nonconformities
• Proven history or ability to demonstrate safe / responsible behavior, and a positive performance record (including attendance)
• High School Diploma/ GED

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

VISA Sponsorship

Kimball International, Inc. will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment/work visa status (e.g.. H-1B)

Posting Location

92 KII Salem-00058