Order Selector

Permobil; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (begin on first day)

401(k) retirement plan with employer 3

Generous PTO

Employer paid LTD/STD/Life

Job summary

Permobil is hiring an Order Selector for 2nd shift in New Berlin, WI. The role involves retrieving components, stock management, and preparing orders for assembly to ensure timely delivery.

The successful candidate will read orders, manage stock levels, and coordinate with purchasing to resolve shortages or discrepancies. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and basic math, with additional responsibilities including inventory audits, maintaining Kanban, and operating

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills and ability to perform measurements accurately.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions and safety documents.
• Good oral and written communication with team members and supervisors.
• Familiarity with stock control, material handling, and inventory processes.
• Ability to plan, organize tasks, and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve components and distribute to assembly or staging areas, monitoring stock levels and coordinating with purchasing to fix discrepancies.
• Read and interpret ED0/sales orders to determine components needed.
• Retrieve correct components to fulfill orders and ensure on-time delivery.
• Communicate shortages or problems with supervisor and purchasing to resolve issues.
• Perform inventory audits and maintain Kanban systems and cycle counts.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Mathematics

English reading/writing

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Stock pickers

WAVE system

Job description

Permobil has a position open for a Order Selector.

• Pay Range: $16.50 – $17.00 per hour, plus a $0.50/hr shift differential
• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:00pm (overtime may be required based on business needs)
• Location: New Berlin

Build what’s next at Permobil.

Permobil exists to create a future that is free from mobility limitations . We design and deliver innovative mobility solutions that transform lives—helping people live with greater independence, dignity, and freedom.

We Are Entering Our Next Phase Of Growth By

• Driving faster, breakthrough innovation
• Building a world-class, resilient manufacturing system
• Delivering exceptional customer experiences that build lifelong loyalty .

Supported by a bold, people-first culture and an AI-enabled business , we are turning ambition into impact at scale.

Join us in shaping the future of mobility.

Your Role in Our Mission

• Retrieve components and distribute to assembly or staging area. Responsible for monitoring stock levels and working with the purchasing group to rectify stocking discrepancies.
• Organize and read Electronic Distribution of Orders (EDO) and sales orders, including notes, to determine what components are needed.
• Retrieve correct components to fulfill orders.
• Distribute components to assembly or staging area in a timely manner to ensure on time delivery of orders.
• Communicate with supervisor to rectify problems such as shortages and defective covers.
• Monitor stock quantities and turn in Kanban cards to purchasing group and cutting department.
• Return unneeded items to stock including covers and foams.
• Communicate with purchasing group to rectify problems, such as damages, and shortages.
• Perform inventory audits.
• Communicate with fabrication department and supervisor/Lead on material substitutions to ensure on time delivery of order.
• Process material substitution or inventory adjustments with purchasing group.
• Assist in daily completion of “Cover List” for the sewing department.
• Follow and comply with all safety, work rules, regulations, ISO procedures, lean Initiatives and lean events.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards. Maintain 5’S Program.
• Assist in other departments to ensure products are completed on time.
• Maintain Kanban System and participate in cycle counts
• Report stocked out items through Electronic Distribution of Orders (EDO)
• Check in “Cover List” covers delivered by sewing department.
• Maintains quality service by: Meeting/Exceeding all measurements of performance: quality, accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness of work performed.
• Contributes to team effort by: Maintaining a good attendance record; accomplishing related results as needed; having on call list responsibility.
• Tools and Equipment: Utility knife, scissors, tape measure, tape gun, stock pickers, fork trucks, Joey units, ladders, pallet jacks.
• Highlight cross-functional collaboration and ownership.
• Emphasize continuous improvement and efficiency.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior relevant manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide and metric conversions).
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to read, write, and understand instruction detail written and communicated in English.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with employees and supervisor.
• Become, and maintain, Stock Pickers, WAVE and forklift certification.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before employees of the organization.
• Ability to define problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to navigate the internet to access company portals preferred.
• Planning/Organization: Prioritize tasks. Handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good communication skills; mechanical aptitude; good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong problem-solving mindset.

Pay Transparency

The expected pay range for this role is $16.50 – $17.00 per hour, plus a $0.50/hr shift differential . Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that begin on your first da y
• HSA contribution matching up to $1,600/year
• 401(k) Retirement – 100% employer match on the first 3%, with 50% matching on the next 2% with immediate vesting. Traditional and ROTH options .
• Generous PTO policies
• 100% Employer paid LTD, STD, and Life Insurance plans

Permobil will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

About Permobil

Permobil was founded on the belief that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right. For over 50 years, we’ve been a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, continuously improving the lives of our users through innovative mobility solutions.

Today, our portfolio includes power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, and manual mobility solutions. Permobil operates in more than 18 countries and is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB.

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