Material Handler - Louisville, United States - Material Handling Systems, Inc.

Description

FORTNA partners with the world's leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations.

Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery.

Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow.

We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement - a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities.

"Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves.

Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach.


Job Summary:
Under general supervision, handles and maintains flow of materials and products in manufacturing areas according to established guidelines. Provides information for recording movement of incoming and outgoing materials and supplies. May operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment. May provide guidance to lower-level material handlers.


Responsibilities:

Restock electrical component shelves and material carts to flow product in and out of assemblyMove completed units to shipping area.

Knowledge of production reportingVerifies material counts against reported productionManage supermarket inventory and identify potential line stoppage eventsReport material issues (ex. shortages, damage, delays) to Supervisor for quick resolutionApply lean manufacturing principles to develop and improve material processing & flow processesProcess receiving function of materials and Purchase OrdersReview production documentation for accuracy of material against drawingsForward planning based off work center requirements to help supervisors communicate/resolve potential material shortagesWork with production supervisors to resolve on hand material discrepancies.
Pick Material from designated locations and perform associated ERP transactionsVerify & record inventory counts by rack location.

Perform Part Visual Management audits escalating issuesPerform Safety Audits as assignedKnowledge of multiple jobs across different Value StreamsTrain and backfill jobs based on business needsAssist in Training new team membersMay be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Must have capability to operate within IQMS system (ex.

BOMs, check for received material, match Purchase Orders w/part numbers, review POs) or similar ERP environmentMust be familiar with electrical components (ex.

VFD, PLC, Circuit Breaker, Disconnect, Relay, Line Reactors, Motor Protector)Minimum 2 years of electrical panel wiring experience preferredMust be able to lift to 50 lbs.

Must be able to become forklift certifiedThis job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.

Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.