Materials Distribution Team Member

Alexandria Industries; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Indianapolis is seeking a dedicated professional to manage inventory and oversee shipping and receiving tasks. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of manufacturing experience and strong coordination skills. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate inventory levels, processing shipments, and maintaining safety standards throughout the facility. The position offers benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong ability to recognize safety concerns.
• Ability to take part in continuous education and training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate inventory and movement of products.
• Process shipments and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Cross-train in various areas within the team.

Skills

Safety awareness

Written and verbal communication

Coordination and judgment

Ability to work independently and in teams

Forklift operation

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Tools

Office Equipment

Fork Lifts

Trucks

Job description

This position is responsible for ensuring accurate inventory and effectively moving products and packages throughout the facility. This position is also responsible for processing all shipments, while recognizing priorities to ensure on time delivery and customer satisfaction. The person in this position will be cross‑trained in multiple areas within the shipping and receiving team in order to meet department and business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide and promote a safe work environment throughout the entire facility
• Perform material services to all departments, customers and suppliers while verifying that counts and inventory transactions are complete
• Ensure product is labeled, packaged and stored appropriately
• Cycle counting, including applicable inventory transactions
• Order or request manufacturing supplies when needed
• Regularly check manufacturing orders received from the customer service department
• When components are in stock, work with manufacturing to determine when they need the product
• Receive, inspect and process paperwork and rejected material, per ISO procedures
• Communicate and coordinate shipment information with truck lines (internal & external), suppliers and throughout the facility
• Process paperwork for all shipments
• Understand INFOR system, this includes: pick lists, packing lists, shipping procedures, etc., and follow indicated instructions pertaining to customers
• Load trucks in the most cost efficient way for deliveries
• Stock product and keep track of non‑inventory items at external warehouses
• Ensure shipments to customers and suppliers are in good condition
• Inspect forklifts, trucks and trailers as necessary
• Process inventory transactions
• Follow 5S guidelines to continuously help to keep the facility clean and orderly
• Assist in attaining the department goals in regards to inventory

OTHER JOB DUTIES

• Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) desired

Experience:

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred

Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to recognize safety concerns
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong coordination and judgment skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Ability to take part in continuous education and training
• Ability to operate a forklift truck safely and effectively

EQUIPMENT USED

• Office Equipment (computer, phone, printer, scanner, copier and fax machine)
• Fork Lifts
• Automotive vehicles
• Trucks

BENEFITS

• Group Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(k) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Volunteer Hours (8hrs. per year)
• Company Provided Work Uniforms
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PPE Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

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