Operations and Fulfillment Tech

Excel-Scientific-Inc; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel-Scientific-Inc is seeking an Operations & Fulfillment Technician to ensure smooth movement of materials, finished goods, and essential supplies across the facility. You will adhere to safety protocols, maintain high quality standards, and support continuous improvement to reduce downtime and boost productivity.

The role involves tool inspection, inventory control, shipping documentation, and operation of forklift/PIT equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or demonstrated experience.
• Recent Inventory Management experience and Forklift Operator experience required.
• Ability to read shipping orders and packing lists and document movements using ERP.

Responsibilities

• Tool inspection and maintenance as needed.
• Inventory management including receiving, stocking, cycle counts, and shipping.
• Kitting, packing, and preparing packing lists/BOL and other shipping docs.
• Operate forklift or PIT equipment for loading/unloading.
• Use scanners for accurate product placement and ERP documentation.
• Maintain clean, safe warehouse and participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Inventory management

Forklift operator

Reading shipping orders

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

Scanners

Forklift equipment

Job description

Job SummaryThe Operations & Fulfillment Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth movement of materials, finished products, and essential supplies across all sections of the facility, which is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency. This position demands a focused commitment to maintaining a continuous flow of resources while ensuring high standards of quality throughout the process. Adhering to safety protocols is essential to prevent incidents that might disrupt operations or risk employee safety. Moreover, delivering exceptional service is crucial as it guarantees that expectations are consistently met or surpassed. By focusing on these elements, The Operations & Fulfillment Tech ensures team can achieve optimal performance, reduce downtime, and enhance overall productivity, ensuring a safe and supportive work environment for everyone involved.Essential Job FunctionsTool inspection and maintenanceEvaluates production tooling and coordinate retooling when necessary.Cleans production tooling and manages its inventory.Job kitting (preparing parts and tools for jobs)Ability to read pick lists and kitting orders and create packing lists/BOL and pother required shipping documents.Inventory management (receiving, stocking, shipping, cycle counts)Utilize ERP to document work and process shipments and to make movements of finished goods/components for inventory.Support Material Handler and shipping/receiving efforts as neededDrives a forklift or other PIT equipment during loading and unloading of trailers and or containers.Uses computer and computerized equipment such as scanners for accurate product placement.Supply orders (ensuring materials are available when needed)Sterile product packing and processingPlanning, build, subcontract interactions, and receivingCompletes miscellaneous packaging jobsWarehouse organization, cleaning, and upkeepParticipate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives as directed.Maintain clean and orderly warehouse to include removal of production waste and operation of floor cleaning equipment, etc. Participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives as directed.Communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, managers, co-workers, and vendors/guests.Maintains good attendance in accordance with company guidelines.Work in a safe manner, follow all safety rules, and report any potential safety hazards to management.Other tasks as assignedQualificationsEducation: High school diploma or equivalent training and/or experience.Experience: Must have recent Inventory Management and Forklift Operator experience.Other skills and abilities required include:Strong mechanical understandingHigh level of attention to detailString communication skills with a focus on actionStrong organization skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize a busy workloadAbility to follow and comply with all building safety rules and policiesAbility to read shipping orders and packing list information provided by vendorMust be self-motivated and team orientedAbility to read and write EnglishAbility to wrap product and label product quicklyAble to keep work area clean and organizedPhysical/Mental RequirementsThis section must be completed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.Physical Demands: Medium Work - Lifting of 50 pounds maximumWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk (up to 8 hours a day). The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. Must have full range of motion and unrestricted use of upper extremities and perform overhead reaching. Must be able to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to bend (to the floor), twist, and kneel.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employees lifting over 50 pounds must ask for assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.The noise level in the work environment is within prescribed OSHA guidance levels.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors associated with plastics manufacturing.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Travel: No travel or local driving only