Material Handler I - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Material Handler I

1st Shift

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™. For more information about the company and product line visit:

Position Summary:
The Material Handler is responsible for processing and moving finished products and materials throughout the organization. 

FLSA: Non-exempt  

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform transactions in the inventory system moving product around within the warehouse.
• Load and unload materials in warehouses and storage facilities. Materials may be moved from racks, skids, or carts.
• Maintain organization and inventory of product within department.
• Understand and implement required procedures (ISO standard documents).
• Oversee and maintain a clean work area as well as any other area which may be assigned to Finished Goods according to our 5S standards.
• Report any and all safety concerns to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Assist in day-to-day department operations as requested.

Education and/or Experience:

• Previous Oracle experience a plus
• Proficient in MS Office applications (ie. Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Knowledge of material moving equipment such as pallet jacks, dollies. Knowledge of forklifts and reach trucks a plus. Interest in getting certified for forklift operation highly desired.
• Must have good communications skills (Simple math, Write legibly)
• Must be able to work individually and as a team in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to follow established procedures, and work under the direction of the supervisor
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, and stand for long periods of time
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed

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.

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.