Production Material Coordinator

Graber Manufacturing, Inc.; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Job summary

Graber Manufacturing, Inc. in Waunakee, Wisconsin, is seeking a Production Material Coordinator (Water Spider) to keep materials and work-in-process moving on the shop floor.

The primary goal is to reduce the time welders spend walking to retrieve materials, so they can stay focused on production. You will deliver materials to welding and fabrication stations, stage supplies by priority, and maintain organized material locations, while communicating shortages to the Production Supervisor and

Qualifications

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials, components, hardware, and supplies to welding and fabrication workstations.
• Monitor production areas and anticipate material needs before they interrupt production.
• Stage materials for upcoming jobs based on production priorities.
• Move completed work and materials between production areas.
• Remove scrap, empty containers, and unnecessary materials from work areas.
• Maintain organized material locations throughout the fabrication area.
• Communicate material shortages, damaged materials, and other issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Operate carts, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment as trained.
• Support 5S, safety, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Independent work

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Forklift experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About Us:

Graber Manufacturing, Inc is a family-owned company based in Waunakee, Wisconsin, specializing in high-quality commercial bike racks and site furnishings since 1989. With a strong focus on craftsmanship, sustainability, and community, we design and manufacture our products in-house using recycled U.S.-made materials and environmentally friendly processes. Our team takes pride in creating durable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing products that support communities across the country.

About Us:

Graber Manufacturing, Inc is a family-owned company based in Waunakee, Wisconsin, specializing in high-quality commercial bike racks and site furnishings since 1989. With a strong focus on craftsmanship, sustainability, and community, we design and manufacture our products in-house using recycled U.S.-made materials and environmentally friendly processes. Our team takes pride in creating durable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing products that support communities across the country.

Position Overview:

The Production Material Coordinator (Water Spider) supports Graber's welders and fabricators by keeping materials, supplies, and work-in-process moving efficiently throughout the production floor. The primary goal of this position is to reduce the time welders and fabricators spend walking away from their workstations to retrieve materials or move completed work, allowing them to stay focused on production.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver raw materials, components, hardware, and supplies to welding and fabrication workstations.
• Monitor production areas and anticipate material needs before they interrupt production.
• Stage materials for upcoming jobs based on production priorities.
• Move completed work and materials between production areas.
• Remove scrap, empty containers, and unnecessary materials from work areas.
• Maintain organized material locations throughout the fabrication area.
• Communicate material shortages, damaged materials, and other issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Operate carts, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment as trained.
• Support 5S, safety, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull materials.
• Previous manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Work Environment:

The majority of work will be performed in a manufacturing facility with noise levels typical to that environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee must adhere to the company uniform policy including the wearing of steel-toed/safety-toe shoes and safety glasses.

Physical requirements:

• The ability to move freely with sufficient reflexes to use hands and power tools to complete the tasks efficiently.
• Ability to perform the same task repeatedly.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.