Materials Technician - Shipping and Receiving - Level I

FEDCO - Fluid Equipment Development Company; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FEDCO - Fluid Equipment Development Company in Monroe, MI is seeking a Level 1 technician to support subassembly, inventory control, crating and after sales parts fulfillment. This role requires the ability to work independently in at least one area and collaborate with the team to meet production needs.

You will handle shipping and receiving, assist with packing, label parts, update inventory records, and help resolve issues with suppliers and customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years in inventory control or assembly helpful.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Support Inventory Control, Crating, and After Sales Parts fulfillment.
• Push parts per schedules, coordinate material needs for production.
• Label and package After Sales parts; document contents.
• Manage inbound/outbound shipping; handle dock activities and records.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory software

Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides direct support in four functional areas, including: Subassembly, Inventory Control, Crating and After Sales Parts fulfillment. Level 1 technicians must demonstrate the ability to work independently in at least one of these four functional areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Inventory Control

• Pull parts per “New Sales” job pick list.
• Work with scheduler and other team leads to meet material needs of production.
• Enter receivables into inventory control, ensuring compliance with FTA policies.
• Complete inventory cycle counts.
• Coordinate movement of outsourced materials.
• Inventory sub-assembly’s (bearing installation, bearing assembly, etc.)
• Organize physical inventory layouts, update system primary bin.

Crating

• Perform final assembly preparing “New Sales” equipment for shipment, including:
  • attaching feet and motor adapters
  • attaching pumps, booster and motor baseplates
  • fabricating drain lines
  • pump shaft coupling assembly
• Perform final packaging/crating of outbound materials.
  • fabrication of wood bracing as necessary to secure the equipment during shipment

After Sales Parts Fulfillment

• Pull parts per “After Sales” job pick list.
• Work with production scheduler to meet the needs of “After Sales” orders.
• Label all parts/parts kits for easy identification by the customer.
• Package “After Sales” parts orders, in a manner that will prevent damage during shipping process.
• Document the contents and packaging method of each package.

Shipping & Receiving

• Manage inbound material flow and outbound material flow at the dock doors.
• Receive, inspect, verify, and route incoming materials, packages, and freight to the appropriate internal location.
• Document and photograph damages, shortages, overages, and unacceptable inbound packages, and promptly communicate discrepancies to the appropriate team members.
• Prepare outbound shipments by verifying parts, labels, packaging requirements, shipping documents, and carrier information.
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, or other approved material-handling equipment.
• Stage inbound and outbound materials in designated areas while maintaining clear dock access and safe traffic flow.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Inventory Control, Production, Quality, and Logistics to resolve receiving or shipping issues.
• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records in accordance with company procedures.
• Keep dock, staging, and receiving areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety requirements.

Miscellaneous Duties

• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Must be computer literate and able to grow with evolving technology.
• Must be willing to work as a team.
• Good mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (primarily Word and Excel)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• 1-3 year of inventory control and /or assembly experience helpful.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment and requires regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and use of hands and arms to handle materials, tools, and equipment.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, pull, and position materials and components, with maximum unassisted lifting of 50 lbs.
• May be exposed to typical manufacturing conditions including noise, moving equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes, dust, wood materials, packaging materials, and varying shop temperatures.
• Must be able to follow established safety practices and use required personal protective equipment as directed.

FEDCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.