Materials Associate I - Forklift

Schneider Electric Corp; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a 2nd shift Material Handler in El Paso, TX to support production lines with continuous material supply. The role involves picking, kitting, and inventory control, with potential forklift or vertical lift usage, and requires blueprints reading and basic computer use.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, and timeliness, with opportunities for skill certification and career growth within the warehouse and broader supply chain.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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

Skills

Work Keys Assessment

Independent work

Reading blueprints

Basic computer knowledge

Tools

Scissor lift

Cherry picker

Forklift operation

PIT equipment certification

Job description

2nd shift

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
• 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.

What's in it for me?

• A team culture built on safety, respect, and collaboration
• Training and development to help you succeed and advance your career
• Opportunities for growth within warehouse operations and the broader supply chain
• Consistent schedule with a focus on supporting your well‐being

About Schneider

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you.

Benefits and Compensation

• For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation rate is $15.50 per hour. In addition, this position is eligible for overtime pay and may also include premium pay or differentials, depending on location.
• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well‑being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
• Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

Company Facts

• €40 billion global revenue
• +9% organic growth
• 150,000+ employees in 100+ countries

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.