Water Spider

Trystar Inc; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Trystar Inc is seeking a Water Spider on the 1st shift in Faribault, MN. The role ensures operators have the right materials, at the right time, to keep production flowing and to prevent line stoppages.

You will work closely with Team Leads, Supervisors, and the Materials team in a Lean environment to stage, kit, and move materials efficiently. Responsibilities include replenishing at point-of-use, selecting parts per work orders, and maintaining inventory accuracy in Epicor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in material handling, warehouse, or manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret pick lists, work orders, part numbers, and labels.
• Basic computer skills; experience with an ERP system (Epicor preferred).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must read, write, and comprehend English.
• Able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Keep production lines supplied by delivering components to workstations on a set route and schedule.
• Monitor inventory and replenish before shortages occur.
• Pick, stage, and kit parts according to work orders and schedules.
• Remove finished goods and waste to keep the line moving.
• Communicate shortages or discrepancies to the team promptly.
• Operate pallet jacks and forklifts (certified or willing to certify).
• Support Lean/5S by keeping material locations organized and labeled.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Clear communication

Lean concepts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

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Water Spider

Manufacturing Supervisors Full-Time Employee Operatives Faribault, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3031

Job Title: Water Spider - 1st Shift

Job Description:

The Water Spider keeps production running smoothly by ensuring operators have the right materials, in the right quantity, at the right time. This role follows a structured route to replenish point-of-use inventory, stage and kit parts, and remove finished goods and waste from work areas so operators can stay focused on building quality product. The Water Spider partners closely with Team Leads, Supervisors, and the Materials team to prevent line stoppages and support a safe, organized, Lean work environment.

In this role you will:

• Keep production lines continuously supplied by delivering components, hardware, and materials to assigned workstations on a set route and schedule.
• Monitor point-of-use inventory, kanban bins, and supermarket locations to anticipate needs and replenish before shortages occur.
• Pick, stage, and kit parts according to work orders, pick lists, and build schedules.
• Remove finished goods, empty containers, scrap, and packaging from work areas to keep operators focused on value-added work.
• Communicate material shortages, damaged parts, and discrepancies promptly to Team Leads, Supervisors, and the Materials team.
• Accurately complete material transactions in Epicor, including issues, moves, and cycle count support, to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Safely operate pallet jacks, carts, and forklifts (once certified) to move materials throughout the facility.
• Support 5S, Lean, and continuous improvement efforts by maintaining organized, labeled, and clean material locations and suggesting route or process improvements.
• Assist operators with basic non-production tasks as needed to keep the line moving.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in material handling, warehouse, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret pick lists, work orders, part numbers, and labels.
• Basic computer skills; experience with an ERP system (Epicor preferred).
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and forklifts, or willingness to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching required throughout the shift.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend plant directives written in English.
• Able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Must adhere to all PPE requirements to perform the job safely, including but not limited to eye, hand, feet, and hearing protection.

Skills:

• Strong sense of urgency and ability to anticipate needs before they become problems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy with part numbers and quantities.
• Clear, proactive communication with operators, leads, and the Materials team.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced production environment.
• Familiarity with Lean concepts such as kanban, supermarkets, and 5S.
• Perform simple mathematics to count, verify, and record material quantities.