Materials Handler I

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You'll be part of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:
Receives and issues parts/components to/from the manufacturing operation. Properly identifies material and is accountable for its accuracy in the stock locations. Ensures the availability of production material for the assigned programs. Inventories material from Receiving or that which may be returned from Production.

Responsibilities:
*Pull parts from stock to build kits assigned to Production Control; issue and distribute the kits to the manufacturing operation
*Fill and account for material requisitions submitted from Operations
*Receive and place parts/components into stock from Receiving/Inspection
*Assist in tracking and filling backorders as parts/components become available
*Ensure the correct balances are maintained by the performance of Cycle Counts
*Include Parts Prep area and inventory done in Value Add
*Monitor appropriate reports to ensure Priority material is delivered to the correct location in a timely manner
*Restock shelves with incoming material from various sources and locate the material in the computerized system
*Ensure the correct balances are maintained by the performance of Cycle Counts and complete a thorough investigation of any discrepancies found while Cycle Counting
*Complete Reconciliation of returned kits from the production floor, including fully researching and documenting all discrepancies found
*Research and identify Material related issues using all available inquiries within the computerized system
*Provide basic assistance and direction to lower-level employees if requested by management
*May pull and send requests for component sales orders to shipping
*May be required to operate a forklift
*Monitor a variety of reports to ensure materials stored in the warehouse are ordered and in the appropriate location, prior to the production requirement
*All employees are responsible for the Quality of their work to ensure BEI meets or exceeds Customer Satisfaction.

Other information:
*0-3+ years of materials/warehouse experience
*Effective organization and prioritization skills
*Effective interpersonal skills
*Proven ability to complete projects in a timely manner
*Demonstrate discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism when representing the company
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills
*Ability to work well as an individual or on teams
*Require close supervision for completion of tasks
*Ability to work overtime as required
*Demonstrate ability to work effectively with suppliers or customers
*Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools
*Participate in a continuous improvement activity

Complexity: Conducts regular material handling tasks. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Builds stable working relationships internally.

Discretion: Learns to use concepts. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.

Supervision: Normally receives detailed instructions on all work

Benchmark considers this a safety-sensitive position.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Geographical Location: Alabama: Huntsville

Physical Location: Huntsville, AL

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0700-1530

Full Time

Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status)or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a diverse workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com.