Materials Specialist - PEAK Technical Staffing USA

In search of a Materials specialist. Under the general direction of the Production Operations Manager, this position will be directly involved with day-to-day activities within the warehouse and production functions in an equipment manufacturing environment.

• In this role you will be the successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Pulling, preparing, staging, and documenting materials for internal production and customer orders via Shop Floor Orders
  • Transacting materials to/from inventory through the ERP System
  • Providing progress reporting and status updates via production planning system.
  • Updating schedules to reflect completion of assignments.
  • Documenting and maintaining the material shortages list. Collaborate with purchasing as necessary to identify urgent/past due requirements.
  • Working with project managers to identify material risks to project's timelines.
  • Maintaining an organizational system for all shop floor orders.
  • Make recommendations for stock levels of frequently used items.
• In addition to the primary responsibilities listed above, you will be asked to contribute to the Warehouse, Shipping, and Receiving functions by:
  • Participating in the physical inventory process.
  • Maintaining and organizing inventory and stock locations.
  • Operating dolly, pallet jack, scissor lift, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment.
  • Building custom and oversized pallets and crates to handle sensitive equipment.
  • Performs all other duties as required or directed.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years exposure to working with ERP Systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience in a warehouse, shipping, and/or receiving role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer literacy skills and demonstrated working knowledge and/or the ability to learn the following concentrations:
  • Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams.
  • File and network location navigation.
  • ERP/MRP System(s)
  • Smartsheet
  • Solidworks and/or Autocad file viewers (E-drawings, TrueView, etc)
• Ability and willingness to lift 50 plus pounds frequently, occasionally up to 75lbs.
• Strong communication skills (Written and Verbal)
• The ability and willingness to follow established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• A process-oriented mindset that looks to eliminate errors, faults, and inefficiencies in systems.
• The desire to strive for continuous quality improvement and upholding safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to continually take part in the activities of all team members within the Logistics Department
• The willingness to occasionally support operations outside of your normal daily workflow.
• Valid Driver's License
• High School Diploma or equivalent

The following experience is also a plus.

• The ability to build large & custom crates/pallets (up to 24' long).
  • Competency/comfortability using power tools (Miter Saw/Nail Gun/Drill/Impact/Circular Saw).
• UPS Worldship Software & FEDEX experience
• Familiarity with LTL shipping procedures
• Forklift experience