Materials Handler

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NiteHawk Sweepers is seeking a Material Handler to join our Purchasing team. This important position helps our busy production facility run smoothly and stay organized on a daily basis. In support of the Purchasing Manager, the Materials Handler ensures all parts and materials that go into the manufacturing of our products are properly stocked, organized, and that required min/max quantities are maintained. This person also assists in locating, packaging, palletizing, and loading incoming and outgoing freight. This role works closely with our entire production team, and opportunities for cross-training and advancement are available to those who demonstrate reliability, hard work, and initiative.

Please visit www.alamo-group.com/careers to apply.

More About Us

NiteHawk Sweepers is a fast moving, high energy manufacturer of parking lot sweepers in Kent, Washington, just south of Seattle. Our employees come from many different industries, like transportation, electronics, automotive, and even aviation. Together this dynamic team designs and builds the most efficient, operator-friendly, and innovative sweepers in the country. These products are essential, heavy equipment for the maintenance of city streets, parking lots, airports, construction sites, and many other locations. You do not need a background in sweepers to succeed at NiteHawk, but there are exciting opportunities for anyone who shares our commitment to quality, creativity, and hard work.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Use forklift, pallet jack, and other tools to unload delivered materials to receiving area

• Inspect received materials to ensure accuracy and identify non-conforming materials

• Receive correct materials into the inventory management system

• Support Materials Manager, production team, and customer service team in packaging and loading of outbound freight and parts

• Stock materials in the appropriate location

• Support Materials Manager in maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counts, inventory counts, and audits

• Support Materials Manager in proactively identifying and resolving inventory issues and shop disorganization

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of shop at all times

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):

• High school diploma or GED certificate required

• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred

• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to become forklift certified

• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain and insurable driving record

• Able to lift 40 lbs unassisted

• Proficient computer skills; ability to work in Microsoft Office Suite and JD Edwards (or similar MRP system) preferred

• Enjoys working independently and on a team

Working Conditions:

Work performed in a manufacturing environment. Ear/eye protection, steel-toed boots, and other PPE required. Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and walking throughout production facility.

Notes:

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees so classified.