Operator 2 Material Control

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.

Marmaduke (AR)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 46,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. is seeking an Operator 2 Material Control to move parts and supplies around the plant using forklifts and cranes, ensure accurate inventory, and support production with timely material flow.

You will read blueprints, perform cycle counts, and load/unload materials while following safety and housekeeping standards. A team-capable, detail-oriented individual with forklift certification will excel in this role.

Qualifications

1+ years experience operating various manufacturing equipment and machinery.
6+ months experience in cycle counting.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and work instructions.
Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work in a team or independently.
In-house forklift certification required.
1+ years’ experience with an Inventory Management System.
Experience with kit building procedures.

Responsibilities

Operates forklift and overhead cranes to move material and sub-assemblies.
Maintains inventory accuracy and cycle counts as directed.
Reads blueprints and weld drawings to support production.
Loads/unloads materials using forklift and cranes.
Ensures equipment is maintained and functioning before use.
Mentors Operator 1 in production activities.
Counts and reconciles material in the cycle count process.

Skills

Forklift operation

Cycle counting

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Teamwork

Inventory management system

Kit building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters.The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.

Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization.We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.

Greenbrier’s success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement, Access and Leadership (IDEAL) commitment is rooted in these values, which lead to a culture where employees are engaged and feel good about coming to work every day.

Summary

The Operator 2 Material Control performs various types of material handling work, including moving parts and supplies throughout the plant with forklifts and/or overhead cranes, loading and/or unloading material onto/from truck trailers with forklifts and/or overhead cranes, and performing inventory cycle counts.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

Maintains information regarding which parts and supplies go to various production areas and ensures that these areas are fully stocked
Operates forklift and overhead cranes to move material into position to produce railcar parts and sub-assemblies
Ensures that equipment is maintained and operating properly before beginning work
Reads and comprehends blueprints or weld drawings and procedures
Loads and/or unloads materials onto/from truck trailers using forklift and/or overhead cranes
Conducts inventory counts as directed to maintain a correct perpetual inventory count
Ensures that safety and housekeeping standards are met and maintained
Mentors Operator 1, as needed, in various production activities
Conducts cycle counting process, which includes counting material as it comes through and comparing it to what is show in the system. Working with key members of the department as well as corporate to ensure accurate counts.

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

1+ years experience operating various types of manufacturing equipment and machinery
6+ months experience in cycle counting
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and work instructions
Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to work in a team or independently
Ability to obtain in-house forklift certification
Ability to perform cycle counting proficiently
1+ years’ experience with an Inventory Management System
Possesses experience with kit building procedures

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency test/GED
1+ years of experience in operating various types of manufacturing equipment and machinery

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is in a production environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, moving machinery and trip hazards where personal protective equipment such as head, eye, hearing, and foot protection, including composite toed safety shoes, are required.
This position may be exposed to welding, machining, forming, metal surface treatment, laser cutting, plasma cutting, and other metal working and assembly processes.
Additional PPE may be required as determined by the environment.

Physical Activities and Requirements

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5- 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures