Material Handler (6140)

Role Overview

Responsible for preparing, organizing, and staging materials and components required for production. Ensures manufacturing teams receive the correct parts, in the correct quantities, at the right time to maintain uninterrupted workflow.

Key Responsibilities

Material Preparation & Kitting

• Read production orders, work instructions, and schedules to determine required materials.
• Gather, count, and organize parts and components according to specifications.
• Assemble kits for production jobs or workstations.

Inventory Support

• Record materials issued for kitting activities accurately.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Return unused materials to inventory following established procedures.

Quality Verification

• Inspect materials for damage, defects, or incorrect items prior to release.
• Ensure kits meet quantity and quality requirements before delivery to production.

Timely Delivery to Production

• Stage and deliver kits in alignment with production schedules.
• Coordinate with supervisors and production teams to prioritize urgent jobs.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures for material handling and equipment use.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Adhere to company standards for inventory control and workplace safety.

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Organization and time management
• Basic inventory awareness
• Safe material handling practices
• Reliability and teamwork
• Problem-solving for material discrepancies

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or material handling preferred
• Previous kitting or inventory experience an asset
• Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to read work orders, pick lists, and basic production documents
• Basic computer skills; ERP or inventory system experience (Epicor preferred)
• Ability to safely use material-handling equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks for extended periods

Work Environment

• Production floor with exposure to machinery and noise
• Continuous walking, standing, bending, and lifting
• Handling of materials up to 50 lbs.
• Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, or carts as required

Performance Targets

• Kitting Accuracy Rate: ≥ 99% (minimizes rework and delays)
• On-Time Kit Delivery: ≥ 95% (ensures production lines remain supplied)
• Production Line Disruption: Minimal stoppages due to missing or incorrect materials