Material Handler 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

This opportunity is on 3rd Shift: M - TH 7pm - 5am

Jergens, Inc. has been a strong presence in the manufacturing industry for over 75 years, becoming one of the world’s largest manufacturers of standard tooling components, vises and other workholding equipment. Jergens has career opportunities for anyone interested in manufacturing!

Our work culture:

Jergens, Inc., is a privately owned manufacturer founded by the Schron Family in 1942. Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, Jergens has a global reach, with activities across 4 continents and 30+ countries around the world.

Through the many changes over the past 75 years, one thing has remained a constant – the core values of Jergens. A dedication to:

• Honesty
• Hard work
• Excellence in all we do
• A commitment to family

These values are the foundation upon which the company was built, the standard for how every Jergens employee conducts themselves today and will continue to set the direction into the future as we continue to grow our family of employees.

About Jergens, Inc.

Jergens, Inc. is comprised of 3 distinct business units: Workholding Solutions, Lifting Solutions and Specialty Fasteners. Building on its reputation of uncompromising quality standards, Jergens is committed to helping its customers achieve leaner, more profitable manufacturing, and continues to add products and engineered solutions for an integrated approach to “Manufacturing Efficiency.” To learn more about Jergens, Inc., visit us at

Also, be sure to check out our video to see what it's like to work at Jergens:

Benefits of Working at Jergens, Inc.

Jergens offers employees

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance benefits package (including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as company paid life insurance and disability)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fun staff events and activities
• 401k plan with profit sharing
• Paid vacation time starting at 13 days
• 11 paid holidays

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Has a thorough understanding and follows our company’s inventory policies and procedures. Follows and thoroughly understands the company’s customers, products and services. Ask questions when confronted with unfamiliar situations, but also assists less experienced employees in these areas by providing information as necessary.
• Performs the tasks necessary to maintain an efficient flow of incoming materials, inventories, and outbound shipments of products to be able to effectively serve our customers.
• Loads and unloads trucks and transports materials, products and supplies in and out of the warehouse using both powered and non-powered equipment, as necessary.
• Performs saw cutting operations, including machine setup, material preparation, cutting, and verification of material to required lengths and specifications.
• Visual inspections for initial quality.
• Organizes and maintains inventory locations including pallet racks and bins in an orderly and safe manner.
• Processes and pulls the correct material for orders and transfers properly for shipment using a variety of hand and powered tools, as needed.
• Maintain lot traceability for raw material and components
• Performs accurate inventory counts and investigates and resolves inventory discrepancies as necessary..
• Completes the required paperwork for intra-company transfers or shipments to customers or vendors.
• Communicates effectively with their coworkers and supervisors, along with other members of the operations, planning, and purchasing, quality and engineering as required.
• Provides assistance and guidance to less-experienced employees in inventory, material handling, saw cutting, and auxiliary equipment operation
• Keeps the supervisor aware in a timely manner of any issues needing the supervisor’s involvement.
• Maintains timely and accurate records and reports, as required.

Requirements

• Has one or more years of experience with the company fully meeting the expectations of an Outside Processing Associate or one year of successful directly related experience within another company function or organization.
• Syteline or other ERP experience is preferred.
• Prior forklift experience is required.
• High school education is required.
• Has the necessary training to be proficient in the position.
• Very detail oriented.
• Has excellent communications and interpersonal skills to be able to interact effectively with others to meet customer needs.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations such as decimal/fraction conversions and reading measuring tools.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a fork lift license, and operate it safely in order to protect themselves and others around them.
• Has good computer skills and is proficient with all the related company systems and programs.
• Has basic analytical and problem-solving abilities to meet the requirements of the position.
• Effective time management skills in prioritizing and addressing multiple responsibilities at one time.
• High energy with a sense of urgency in responding to customer needs.
• High level of personal and professional integrity.
• Is committed to the company’s core values.

Jergens, Inc. has been a strong presence in the manufacturing industry for over 75 years, becoming one of the world’s largest manufacturers of standard tooling components, vises and other workholding equipment. Jergens has career opportunities for anyone interested in manufacturing and we are looking for individuals who are motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about growing or starting their career in manufacturing!

Company Description

Jergens, Inc. has been a strong presence in the manufacturing industry for over 75 years, becoming one of the world’s largest manufacturers of standard tooling components, vises and other workholding equipment. Jergens has career opportunities for anyone interested in manufacturing and we are looking for individuals who are motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about growing or starting their career in manufacturing!