Material Handler
Andritz · Muncy
Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.
Brief Description
The Material Handler plays a critical role within the Warehouse team, performing essential logistics and inventory tasks to support production and shipping. This position involves handling large equipment and components, operating forklifts, building custom crates, and executing accurate warehouse transactions through SAP. The Material Handler works collaboratively with team members to ensure safe, timely, and precise movement of materials
Key Responsibilities
- Receive incoming shipments and verify material type, quantity, and condition against purchase orders; complete accurate SAP receiving transactions.
- Store incoming materials in designated warehouse locations using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Pick and stage components for production orders according to schedule and production demand.
- Build custom wooden crates and boxes for large or fragile equipment, ensuring compliance with domestic and international shipping requirements.
- Package, tag, and label products for outbound shipments; verify shipment contents and prepare required documentation.
- Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently; maintain current forklift certification.
- Complete accurate SAP transactions for material movement, inventory transfers, and order fulfillment.
- Assist with regular inventory cycle counts, audits, and reconciliations; investigate and report inventory discrepancies.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment; follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Support continuous improvement activities including 5S, lean initiatives, and process improvements in the warehouse.
- Prepare shipping paperwork and ensure accuracy of all documentation related to material handling, inventory, and logistics.
- Collaborate with production, shipping, and other departments to ensure timely material flow and resolve issues as they arise.
- Provide cross-functional support as needed across warehouse operations, including kitting, returns, and special material handling tasks.
- Demonstrate flexibility and teamwork by rotating through different tasks within the warehouse based on operational needs.
#1ANDRITZway Core Behaviors
- Customer Focus
- Ownership for Performance
- Shared Commitment
- Openness
Job Specific Competencies
- Working Safely
- Delivering High Quality Work
- Following Policies and Procedures
- Prioritizing and Organizing Work
- Supporting Coworkers
- Using Computers and Technology
Qualifications (Required)
- High school diploma or GED. Previous work experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment may be considered in lieu of education.
- Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment (forklift certification or ability to obtain)
- Comfortable performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs
- Basic computer skills; ability to use or learn inventory systems (e.g., SAP or equivalent)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling materials and documentation
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to follow safety rules and standard operating procedure
Other Valued Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Preferred)
- Experience using SAP or another enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
- Prior experience building custom crates or handling large/heavy industrial equipment
- Knowledge of international and domestic shipping requirements
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or 5S warehouse practices
- OSHA safety training or similar certification
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.