Materials Flow & Inventory Specialist

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec is seeking a Material Handler to support production by pulling, labeling, loading, unloading, and delivering materials to the correct production locations. You will operate a forklift, verify packing slips, and assist with cycle counts and safe, timely material flow.

You will coordinate with internal customers, follow safety rules, and contribute to on-time production schedules. This role is suited for someone detail-oriented, able to work independently yet collaboratively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 0-to-1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Operating knowledge of Forklift a plus, but not required.
• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse, and locate and open/close files.
• Adept at problem-solving. Adaptable to new situations and challenges. Open to changes and new ideas.
• Ability to satisfactorily work alone with reasonable instructions, training, and supervision, and ability to work with others respectfully and professionally in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate, express one’s needs, and ask questions.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed and written and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to handle the stress that accompanies production standards and deadlines.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and make subsequent adjustments, and willingness to rework incorrect tasks completed by oneself or others.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory levels by identifying, labeling, stocking, and recording materials and Supplies
• Transport heavy material using a forklift both inside and outside of buildings
• Determine production requirements by obtaining work orders
• Verify items and quantities on packing slips and receive or ship as necessary
• Package materials and parts in various containers for safe shipment to internal and external customers
• Communicate with internal customers while responding to material requests
• Develop bills of lading (loading) and delivery forms
• Locate materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders
• Cycle count inventory as requested by supervisor
• Learn and utilize current inventory computer system
• Sort items according to destination and verify all items match with the purchase order
• Perform and document daily forklift inspections before operation
• Perform and document daily crane inspection before operation
• All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Material handling

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Inventory software

Job description

Astec is seeking a Material Handler to support production by pulling, labeling, loading, unloading, and delivering materials to the correct production locations. You will operate a forklift, verify packing slips, and assist with cycle counts and safe, timely material flow.

You will coordinate with internal customers, follow safety rules, and contribute to on-time production schedules. This role is suited for someone detail-oriented, able to work independently yet collaboratively.