Material Handling Specialist

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Handles, distributes, and transfers material and equipment to maintain efficient material flow through the factory.
• Performs manual and routine administrative duties in receiving, packing, shipping, and warehousing.
• Physically transfers material utilizing handling equipment including forklifts, dollies, pallet handlers, and hand trucks.
• Serves as an active member of the team and meets requirements to ensure efficient operation of the shipping/receiving area.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma is required.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, maintain records, and use material measurement equipment.
• Two to three years of experience in a related shipping, receiving, stockroom, or warehouse environment.
• Experience handling customs issues associated with international shipments is a plus.
• Experience packaging material shipments and preparing appropriate paperwork is a plus.

Skills

• Secondary education is a plus.
• Must be customer-service oriented.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with employees at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and under limited supervision.
• Ability to read, understand, and speak English.
• Ability to recognize and follow process specifications and safety rules.
• Strong attention to detail and product quality.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work assigned schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Experience using ERP systems and WMS software is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Office, warehouse, and manufacturing/factory environment.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires lifting of boxes weighing 3040 lbs.

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting and maintaining applicable ISO quality and environmental management standards.
• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us! Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.