Material Handler / Water Spider

Benshaw; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Benshaw is seeking a Material Handler / Water Spider to ensure materials are stocked and available for production, supporting the Electrical Wiring Dept at 615 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh.

This role requires HS diploma, manufacturing experience, strong communication and computer skills, and may involve forklift operation; schedule is Mon-Thu 2pm-12:30am; competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong communication and computer skills.
• Forklift experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep workstations fully stocked with materials, tools, and supplies needed for production.
• Move materials, parts, and tools to ensure availability when needed.
• Perform daily cycle counts to verify location accuracy and identify missing/misclassified inventory.
• Identify and remove waste materials or inefficiencies from the production process.
• Proactively address bottlenecks or issues in the workflow.
• Communicate material needs, shortages, or potential issues to team and management.
• Assist in various tasks to support overall efficiency of production.
• Return stock to warehouse, assist receiving department, and perform general warehouse functions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong computer skills

Education

HS diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

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 a 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).

Benefits

• 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.

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.

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.

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