Materials Lead

dormakaba Americas; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,760 - 49,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dis/

401(k) Matching plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Robust culture for Learn and Grow

Job summary

dormakaba Americas is seeking a 2nd shift Materials Lead based in Indianapolis, IN. The role owns material replenishment and fulfillment for the plant, guiding workflow and training team members.

You will operate forklifts and RF devices, verify shipments, and coordinate with SAP systems to move parts. This position offers base pay of $21–$23/hour plus a $1 shift differential, overtime as needed, and a $2,000 sign‑on bonus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Experience communicating effectively within a manufacturing environment.
• Solid PIV experience or ability to be certified; comfortable working at heights up to 25 ft.

Responsibilities

• Lead workflow and cross-train new employees.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, WAV, TSP).
• Maintain stocking levels without disruption to customers with other departments.
• Inspect shipments for damage and verify packing slips and bills of lading.
• Complete material movements using SAP via RF device or computer.
• Pull material parts from bins to fill Transfer Orders with RF.

Skills

Communication in manufacturing

Computer literacy

PIV operation experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Overview

dormakaba is seeking a 2nd shift (2:00PM-10:30PM) Materials Lead based in Indianapolis, IN. The Materials Lead is responsible for performing manual and clerical duties and may also utilize computers in the preparation of materials and supplies for assembly and manufacturing. This role typically involves end-to-end ownership of the material replenishment and fulfillment process for all materials in the plant.

Compensation

Hiring Salary Range: Base Salary $21.00/hr - $23.00/hr plus a $1.00 shift differential and mandatory overtime as needed. Salary will be determined by experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

$2,000 Sign-on Bonus (details provided during interview).

This position includes a competitive benefits package. Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.

What You Will Do

• Help lead and direct workflow and cross‑train new employees coming into the department
• Operate material handling equipment including, but not limited to, Fork Truck, Forklift, Work Assist Vehicle (WAV), Turret Stock Picker (TSP)
• Ensure appropriate stocking levels are maintained without disruption to customers while partnering with other departments
• Examine shipments at the time of delivery for damage and verify accuracy of packing slips, invoices, and bills of lading by inspecting boxes
• Complete material movement transactions utilizing Systems, Applications & Products (SAP) software via RF device or computer
• Pull material parts from bins using a pick list and RF device to fill Transfer Orders (identify specific part/lot number, quantity, and locations of all ordered items)

What We Require

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer knowledge
• Experience communicating effectively within a manufacturing environment
• Solid Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) experience, or ability to be certified on such equipment; must be comfortable working at heights up to 25 feet

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms, climb and balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Have good vision with the ability to adjust focus and use close vision with or without correction

What We Prefer

• Basic understanding of SAP system
• Experience operating PIVs

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options with no waiting periods
• Medical Wellness Programs to aid well‑being
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• Parental Leave for moms and dads
• 401(k) Matching plan beginning on Day One
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses for professional development
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel, and more

Who We Are

We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud‑based access management – as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.

Work in a place where you matter – apply now!