Production Materials Runner - 2nd shift

SoundOff Signal; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

SoundOff Signal is seeking a Materials Runner to maintain material flow in the production facility. You will deliver materials to assembly stations, remove waste, and move finished goods to shipping while accurately processing ERP transactions.

You may need a Hilo license or be trained to operate lift systems and will use scanning technology to track parts and orders. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success in this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of related experience.
• Moderate material handling skills preferred.
• Basic math skills and ability to compare inventory with ERP records.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions accurately.
• Willingness to learn computer skills as needed.
• Willingness to be trained to operate a Hilo or multiple lift systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver materials to assembly stations and remove trash and cardboard.
• Transfer finished goods from assembly lines to shipping shelves.
• Process transactions through the ERP system with accuracy.
• Report daily scrap or non-conforming parts KPI’s.
• Maintain safety, quality, and inventory accuracy standards.
• Cross-train in all material runner tasks and rotate within the work cell.

Skills

Material handling

ERP system

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Basic math

Read work instructions

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hilo equipment

Job description

Description

General Position Overview

The Materials Runner plays a vital role in maintaining a smooth flow of materials throughout the production facility. In this position, you will be responsible for delivering materials to assembly stations, removing trash and cardboard from production areas, and ensuring a steady transfer of finished goods from assembly lines to shipping shelves—all while accurately processing transactions through the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

Attention to detail is essential, as you will handle a variety of parts and orders throughout the day. This role may require a Hilo license or a willingness to be trained and become proficient in operating a Hilo or multiple lift systems. Additionally, you will use advanced scanning technology to transfer products between locations within the ERP system.

The Materials Runner takes pride in their workmanship and upholds our core values—Build Trust, Customer Service, Live Excellence, and Innovation—in daily interactions with both internal and external customers. While the primary focus is on material flow and maintaining the cleanliness of the production floor, you may also assist with inventory counts and other assigned tasks to support team success.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates SoundOff Signal’s Core Values in daily interactions with internal and external customers.
• High degree of accuracy maintaining excellence in safety, quality, efficiency, inventory accuracy and teamwork.
• High level and understanding of multiple parts and product lines across multiple departments.
• Effectively troubleshoots minor inventory location issues or engages the appropriate support teams for resolution.
• Holds a Hilo license or a willingness to be trained and become proficient in operating a Hilo or multiple lift systems
• Properly scrap/red-tag non-conforming parts as needed to support production lines.
• Able to report on daily scrap/red-tagged non-conforming part KPI’s.
• Orders parts from the warehouse using the appropriate enterprise resource planning (ERP) to maintain workflow and minimize downtime.
• Sustains or increases production rates, consistently meeting or exceeding expected output levels.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in delivering the correct parts to the correct locations.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy in scanning and the delivery of finished goods and parts to the correct locations.
• Performs inspections independently, achieving and maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Fully cross trained in all areas of the material runner position.
• Regularly rotates to all necessary jobs within the work cell if applicable.
• Adjusts seamlessly to fluctuating material volumes and shifting shelf locations as business and customer needs evolve.
• Maintains a positive, professional working relationship with team members.
• Able to perform job consistently without excessive absenteeism or tardiness.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Moderate material handling skills preferred.
• Possesses basic math skills, including the ability to compare current inventory levels with ERP system records.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions accurately.
• Ability to independently follow verbal and written instructions efficiently and with attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude to operate department equipment effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, demonstrating strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and apply computer skills as needed.
• Willingness to be trained and become proficient in operating a Hilo or multiple lift systems.
• Ability to learn more complex scanner systems.
• Consistently meets quality and efficiency standards, maintaining high levels of inventory accuracy and productivity.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, performing job duties consistently without excessive absenteeism or tardiness.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime based on business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, rotate, and/or reach throughout an entire shift.
• Must be able to accurately handle and assemble small parts.

Working Conditions

• Light manufacturing environment
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Low noise level in a temperature-controlled setting
• Required to work shift hours (four 10-hour days ) with occasional overtime

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday, 3:00pm-1:00am with occasional overtime on Fridays