Materials Associate I

Schneider Electric; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric seeks a Material Associate I to support routine material handling in our manufacturing facility in El Paso, TX. You will ensure steady material flow, perform kitting, and pick parts from storage to keep production moving smoothly.

Responsibilities include counting and inspecting parts, recording discrepancies, and promoting safe, efficient work practices in a high-demand environment. Shift differential applies; safety gear is required.

Qualifications

• Must pass the appropriate Work Keys Assessment.
• 0-2 years’ experience in material handling environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• May be required to operate scissor lift/cherry picker.
• May be required to certify in PIT equipment.
• May be required to read and understand blueprints.
• Basic computer knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous supply of materials to production areas.
• Kit materials on the production line to keep parts at the origination point.
• Pick parts from Kanban or storage areas and place into storage bin.
• Maintain correct part quantities to support production.

Skills

Work Keys

Independent work

Read blueprints

PIT certification

Basic computer skills

Tools

Forklift operation

Cherry picker

Job description

Material Associate I (Plus $1.25 Shift Differential)

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the routine and repetitive material handling responsibilities within the manufacturing facility.

SKILL (Education, Experience, Initiative and Ingenuity)

• Must be able to take and successfully pass the appropriate Work Keys Assessment
• 0-2 years’ experience in material handling environment
• Ability to work independently
• May be required to operate scissor lift/cherry picker
• May be required to certify in PIT equipment
• May be required to read and understand blueprints
• Basic computer knowledge required

EFFORT (Physical Demand, Mental or Visual Demand)

• Job cannot be performed alternating sitting and standing
• Requires ability to use hand and foot controls
• Requires ability to reach overhead, lift up to 26 pounds, and be on feet for long hours, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.

RESPONSIBILITY (Equipment or Process, Material or Product, Safety of Others, Work of Others)

• Responsible for the continuous supply of materials to one or more production or assembly areas
• Responsible for “kitting” materials on the production line to ensure all parts of order required are at point of origination to keep line moving at steady pace
• Responsible for picking parts from Kanban or storage areas and placing the parts into a storage bin (kit)
• Ensures correct parts are kept in the appropriate quantities to support production and assembly

Requirements

• May take parts from inventory area and ensures Water Spider is kept stocked at appropriate levels of inventory
• Performs repetitive material supply functions following detailed work direction and guidelines
• May operate forklift truck or hand truck for delivery or picking of parts and supplies
• Sorts and counts parts and supplies and logs inventory
• Inspects parts for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel
• May trace or track lost parts and supplies
• May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file Kitter records

Internal

• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards

• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Document material movement using computer tablets
• Establishes and maintains a safe and healthful working environment in accordance with OSHA

Requirements

• Performs other tasks as may be requested to assure the effective and continuous utilization of assets

JOB CONDITIONS (Working Conditions, Hazards)

• Safety shoes and safety glasses are required.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing and assembly line environment.
• Proper use of various lifting devices is required.
• Requires the ability to reach overhead, pull, push, and climb a ladder to perform work.
• If material handling equipment is not operated properly, injury could result to self or others

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