Material Handling Specialist

Material Handling SpecialistThe Material Handling Specialist is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of raw materials, components, work-in-process inventory, and finished Hardy Frame products throughout the facility. This position supports production operations by supplying materials to fabrication and assembly areas, maintaining inventory accuracy, loading and unloading trucks, and operating forklifts and other material handling equipment. Safety, quality, inventory control, and on-time delivery are critical responsibilities of this role.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move materials throughout the facility.Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments while verifying quantities and material condition.Supply fabrication and assembly areas with required materials, components, and hardware to support production schedules.Transport and stage structural steel materials, Hardy Frame components, and finished products according to production requirements.Perform inventory transactions using scanners and inventory management systems.Conduct inventory counts and assist with inventory accuracy initiatives.Verify part numbers, quantities, and material identification before movement, storage, or shipment.Organize and maintain inventory locations and storage areas using 5S and housekeeping standards.Inspect forklifts and material handling equipment before use and promptly report equipment concerns.Assist with packaging, shipping preparation, and loading of Hardy Frame products for customer delivery.Maintain a safe work environment by following all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of the position, including arriving on time, being present at the workstation at the start of the shift, and working overtime as required.Position QualificationsSafety: Must have an outstanding safety record and follow all safety policies and procedures.Participate in safety training and meetings.Maintain clean and safe work area.Report all injuries/accidents near misses immediately to supervisor or a member of management.Report on all unsafe acts and conditions.Use equipment and materials properly.Quality: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Monitor own work to ensure quality. Apply feedback to improve performance. Look for ways to improve and promote quality.Quantity: Meet productivity standards without diminishing quality of work. Strive to increase productivity. Complete work in a timely manner.Dependability: Take responsibility for own action. Commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Be willing to work overtime whenever necessary. Keep commitments.Initiative: Readily volunteers. Undertake self-development activities. Seek increased responsibilities. Take independent action. Ask for help and aid whenever needed.Ability to interact professionally with others; including co-workers, vendors and customers.Skills & AbilitiesEducation and/or ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED required.One to three years of manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, fabrication, or material handling experience preferred.Forklift operation experience preferred.Experience in handling steel products, fabricated components, or manufacturing materials preferred.Experience using barcode scanners, inventory systems, and production tracking software preferred.MiTek Perks:Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time offDay One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision PlansFamily friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption ReimbursementPerformance/Incentive bonusesCareer advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursementRetirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit SharingEmployer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life InsurancemyFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytimeMiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.