Material Handler Tech-I-1st Shift
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management · Warehouse Operations
In short
This role supports daily warehouse and line-side material operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of components to production lines. Responsibilities include managing material flow, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement initiatives, while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Ensure uninterrupted material flow to production lines by coordinating material availability, picking, staging, delivery, and line-side replenishment activities.
- Support daily warehouse operations, including picking, kitting, staging, inventory movement, and line feeding, while maintaining high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
- Monitor and maintain inventory record accuracy through accurate system transactions, cycle counts, discrepancy investigations, and inventory reconciliations.
- Proactively identify, communicate, escalate, and resolve material shortages and supply risks to prevent production disruptions.
- Track, analyze, and report key performance metrics, including line shortages, on-time delivery, picking accuracy, inventory accuracy, productivity, and equipment downtime, while supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process optimization efforts that improve material flow, operational efficiency, and space utilization.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and material handling standards, including Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) inspections, equipment readiness, and proper material storage and labeling.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or inventory control.
- Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Proficiency with ERP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), inventory management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Working knowledge of inventory control, material planning, warehouse operations, and production support processes.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 5S methodologies.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage competing priorities, and drive issue resolution in a dynamic environment.
Desired Qualifications
- Forklift / Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) Certification
- APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
- APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
- Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification
- Inventory and Warehouse Management Certification (IWM or equivalent)
- Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, or 5S Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certification (preferred)
- Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Certification or Trainer Qualification (preferred)
Benefits
- Flexible work hours/hybrid work environment.
- Discounts on our award-winning Electrolux products and services.
- Family-friendly benefits such as extended paternity leave (4 weeks).
#Supply Chain & Logistics
Company
Electrolux Group
Job Posted
2 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Springfield, United States of America
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