Material Handler / Water Spider

Benshaw Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Benshaw Inc. is seeking a Material Handler / Water Spider in Pittsburgh, PA to ensure materials are stocked and available for the Electrical Wiring Dept. Schedule: Mon-Thu 2pm-12:30am. This role involves lifting up to 50 lbs and cross-training across departments to support production efficiency.

Previous manufacturing experience and strong communication skills are required; HS diploma or GED is needed, and forklift experience is a plus. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Must have strong communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Keep workstations stocked with materials, tools, and supplies.
• Move materials and parts to ensure availability for production.
• Conduct daily cycle counts and identify missing or misclassified inventory.
• Identify waste and address bottlenecks in workflow.
• Communicate material needs and issues to team and management.
• Assist in various duties to support production efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Strong communication

Strong computer skills

Forklift operation

18+ years old

Education

HS diploma/GED

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Job description

Position Overview

Ensuring materials are supplied where and when they are needed. Among other tasks, responsible for keeping workstations fully stocked with materials, ultimately contributing to overall higher productivity of production operations.

We are currently seeking a variety of Material Handler / Water Spider to support our Electrical Wiring Dept.

Location: Benshaw, 615 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 2pm-12:30am

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for keeping workstations fully stocked with materials, tools, and supplies needed for production.
• Move materials, parts, and tools from one location to another, ensuring they are readily available when needed.
• Perform daily cycle counts of materials, to ensure that materials are in their proper locations and identify any missing or misclassified inventory.
• Identify and remove waste materials or inefficiencies from the production process.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing potential bottlenecks or issues in the workflow.
• Communicate with team members and management about material needs, shortages, or potential issues.
• Assist in various tasks to support the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the production process.
• Performs other duties including but not limited to- Returning stock to warehouse, assisting receiving department, and general warehouse function
• Ability and willingness to complete other duties as assigned.
• This role involves cross-training opportunities in other departments to enhance skills and support team needs.

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Previous experience operating a sit-down fork truck a plus.
• 18+ years of age or older

Physical Requirements

• This position requires the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, up to 8 or more hours per shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and repetitive use of the hands and arms to perform job duties.
• Must be able to use hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing equipment safely and effectively.
• Requires sufficient visual acuity to inspect parts, read work instructions, and perform quality checks.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment that may include exposure to noise, moving machinery, varying temperatures, and other industrial conditions while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Since our founding in 1983, Benshaw has grown to become a recognized leader in the design, development and manufacture of mission critical motor controls and drives. That’s why, when the application is critical, and the environment harsh, customers specify Benshaw more than any other brand.

Intelligent, creative, and determined people have made us who we are today. We recognize that hiring and developing talent is a key element in our continued growth. We are looking for people with ambition and commitment to excellence to continue to drive these results. If you are looking for a business environment where people treat each other with mutual respect and dignity and each employee can make a difference, Benshaw is the company for you. We offer competitive pay, medical, vision and dental benefits, 401(k) with employer match, as well as a host of other additional health and employee benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Benshaw is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Please Note: This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis, without restriction and without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals on F-1 OPT, CPT, H-1B, or other temporary work authorizations. We are unable to provide employment visa sponsorship for this role.