Plant 12 2nd Shift Material Handler

Plant 12 2nd Shift Material Handler | The Shyft Group (SV) | Charlotte, MI

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | 18.80 - 21.95

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do:

The Material Handler position is responsible for receiving, distributing, and stocking incoming materials, as well as ensuring all necessary parts are available, at the appropriate time and location, for assembly line work to be completed

• Read and follow all processes pertaining to part replenishment, as required by a particular area
• Review production (WIP) inventory levels and identify shortages and/or overages based on requirements. Requisition or return materials from/to warehouse, as required
• Accurately maintain and control replenishing of assembly line materials through simulations, min/max, putaways, ordering, and pulling kits based on sales orders and production schedule
• Organize bins and work centers efficiently (sticker placement, consistent labeling, bin size and utilization of floor space)
• Initiate stock transfers to maintain record accuracy
• Apply damaged parts procedure, as needed
• Relieve inventory levels using mass issue screens (assigning part to sales order number)
• Prepare for and participate in physical inventory
• Utilize advanced planning tools to facilitate "specialty chassis" material requisitions
• Diagnose transaction errors
• Apply non-usable inventory tag procedure
• Process all inbound and outbound shipments including sorting, logging, delivering, packing, shipping, etcetera
• Audit each shipment prior to packing to ensure the goods match the order along with packing and labeling product based on established standards
• Prepare shipping and receiving documentation and maintain orderly files of all documentation
• Inspect all incoming freight for damage; follow-up with supervisor / Assistant Planner to resolve any damaged freight issues
• Efficiently put away material in warehouse location using adequate space, consolidation, and inventory accuracy
• Pick and deliver parts in a timely, efficient, and appropriately packaged manner
• Responsible for maintaining inventory record accuracy through correct stock transfers and weekly cycle counts
• Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Performs all required administrative tasks including preparing required reports and communication
• Maintain a valid fork truck/stand up license - including completion of daily maintenance log and proper maintenance of equipment

What you need to be successful:

• HS Diploma or GED required
• Fork truck/stand up license required (CDL
  preferred)
• Excellent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Team oriented
• Must be familiar with receiving, shipping, and warehouse
  practices and handling methods
• Possess a CDL, or be willing to obtain
• Possess a valid fork truck/stand up license
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical
  skills
• Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of
  AS/400 and Bar Code scanner systems for inventory control applications, are
  required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Be willing to learn and rotate within all areas and plants
• Able to embrace change
• Able to lift and move 50
  pounds without assistance
• Able to climb a mobile stair
  ladder to a height of at least 20 feet
• Able to work overtime on
  short notice

Why The Shyft Group?

We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.