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 has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work.

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.

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.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by correctly identifying, labeling, counting, and transacting materials and supplies.
• Support Production's needs physically and digitally.
• Independently and in a team environment accurately pick work and sales orders, fulfill requests, put away materials, and ensure material is delivered to proper locations in a timely manner and accurate transactions are completed.
• 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.
• Must obtain at least 1 PIT or MEWP certification.
• 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.
• Ammo Division only: Must be capable of working in non-climate-controlled environments in extreme heat (98+ degrees) for extended periods of time.
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.