Plating Materials Specialist: Safe FIFO Fulfillment

Somic America Inc.; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Somic America Inc. in Wytheville, Virginia, is seeking a Material Handler for the Plating Department to safely handle materials and support plating operations.

You will move materials, verify quantities, and assist in meeting quality and EMS requirements. Responsibilities include performing daily safety checks on equipment, ensuring FIFO flow, loading/unloading shipments, maintaining clean work areas, and supporting 5S practices across assigned zones.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret manifests and production paperwork.
• Willingness to participate in 5S and EMS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Move materials within the plant and supply lines.
• Ensure production lines are stocked and ready with raw forgings, housings, and empties.
• Assign FIFO with proper location and lot numbers; rotate stock accordingly.
• Read manifests, pull orders, and ship orders with accurate paperwork.

Skills

Fork truck operation

Material handling

FIFO

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

GED

Job description

Somic America Inc. in Wytheville, Virginia, is seeking a Material Handler for the Plating Department to safely handle materials and support plating operations.

You will move materials, verify quantities, and assist in meeting quality and EMS requirements. Responsibilities include performing daily safety checks on equipment, ensuring FIFO flow, loading/unloading shipments, maintaining clean work areas, and supporting 5S practices across assigned zones.