Material Handler I - 1st Shift

Material Handler I

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com.

Position Summary: The Material Handler I is responsible for assisting with Production needs including but not limited to picking work orders, inventory management, fulfilling customer requests, and material movement. This is an entry-level position and is generally intended for individuals who have limited Material Handling experience. This individual works both independently and in a team environment with internal team members, Leads, Supervisors, internal customers, external suppliers, and delivery drivers.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Action inventory requests from both internal and external customers and other facilities regarding material shipments and orders.
• Communicate with internal customers to ensure logistical needs are met in a timely manner.
• Action inventory requests from both internal and external customers and other facilities regarding material shipments and orders.
• Communicate with internal customers to ensure logistical needs are met in a timely manner.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by correctly identifying, labeling, counting, and transacting materials and supplies.
• Support Production's needs physically and digitally.
• Working heavily under the supervision of a lead, pick work and sales orders, fulfill requests, put away materials, and ensure material is delivered to proper locations in a timely manner. Unload trucks, inspect freight for damage, sign BOLs, and physically put material into its appropriate location.
• Accurately receive items into inventory via Oracle EBS, identify incorrect inbound material and work with appropriate parties to resolve. Typically performed with guidance from Lead.
• With oversight from a lead, accurately ship products to internal and external customers using ShipConsole or Oracle EBS. Ensure timely execution of shipping paperwork, organize records, verify items, and assist with packaging and labeling.
• Affix shipping labels, HAZMAT labels, and packing lists on packed cartons. Record information such as item number, lot number, weight, number of packages, etc. with 100% accuracy.
• Assemble cardboard containers and insert items into containers using spacers, fillers, and protective cushioning.
• Verify and keep organized records of outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment; verify items picked on sales order tickets and checking shipments to ensure little to no void space. Wrap and bind containers using pallet wrapping machine and strapping equipment.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; or related entry level Material Handler experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PIT certification, HAZMAT certification, and DOT certification (for box truck).
• Microsoft Office (Outlook) required, Oracle experience a plus.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Complete tasks as assigned in a timely manner. Require little to no supervision to identify additional tasks.
• Participate in 5S workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.

Working Conditions:

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90 + % of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping, squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. security mandates.

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.