Material Handler (1st Shift)

About Badger Meter Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company dedicated to preserving and protecting water. With more than 120 years of experience, we support customers in optimizing water delivery, maximizing revenue, and reducing waste. Role Overview As a Production I Materials Associate in the Milwaukee Facility, you will support all departments (plant and administration) by maintaining safe work habits and keeping work areas clean. Your work will be reviewed for quality and final inspection in accordance with Badger Meter’s quality management system. Key Responsibilities Packer : Fill customer parts orders from floor stock; shuttles stock; replenish per service parts shortage report; process inventory transactions; print and review release reports; prepare and pack orders accurately; pack parts into cartons; maintain carton stock; process courier packages; operate hot stamping and engraving machines. Store Keeper : Move materials using hand tools, power trucks, and hoists; locate, select, and issue materials to departments; receive, count, weigh, record, and print ID tags; perform inventory transactions; conduct cycle counts and quarterly audits; load and unload trucks, pallets, and trays; consolidate inventory and fulfill pick lists. Shipping/Receiving : Move product across the plant with power trucks; receive, identify, inspect, and enter incoming materials into the inventory system; deliver materials to production and support; prepare outgoing shipments; load and unload truck shipments; verify incoming products from other Badger Meter facilities. Education and Experience High School Degree or GED preferred; 0–1 year of related experience preferred. Qualifications Basic ability to read and understand customer orders. Basic computer proficiency. Ability to pass internal forklift and hazmat training if applicable. Basic math skills. Able to read, write, and speak English. Competencies Work Standards : Set high personal standards and take responsibility for assignments. Initiating Action : Take prompt, proactive action to meet work goals. Communication : Convey information clearly and engagingly; listen actively. Collaboration : Work collaboratively across the organization to achieve shared objectives. Working Conditions Manufacturing environment; personal protective equipment required; ability to lift up to 60 pounds; must pass audiogram test. Compensation & Benefits Competitive pay with eligibility for annual increases. Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage. 15 days paid time off + 11 paid holidays. Retirement plan with company matching: 20% match on contributions up to 7%. Additional retirement contributions and financial planner access. Employee Assistance Program, basic group life insurance, short-term disability. Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250. Optional additional life insurance, long-term disability, accident and critical illness coverage. Equal Opportunity Badger Meter is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We consider applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Badger Meter complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr