Material Handler

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. Our award-winning office products –seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 30 years

Material Handler is required to work as part of a team being responsible for accurately retrieving materials from the warehouse to replenish supermarkets and material bins on the production line.

• Pull and/or request materials from the warehouse
• Replenish supermarkets and material bins for the production lines
• Prepare and stage materials for ready to use on the assembly line (i.e. de-carton, etc.)
• Comply with various plant safety policies and ensure that personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times on the floor
• Perform according to 6S workplace organization plan for the area
• Perform cycle counts, as requested
• Actively follow and participate in continuous improvement activities
• Adhere to the job rotation schedule posted in the area
• Participate in defining and improving standard work to improve quality products or management
• Use of ERP/MRP system to help track all transferred materials
• Perform other duties across the plant as needed and directed by management

• Basic reading and math skills are required
• GED or high school diploma (preferred)
• Able to work in exposure to temperatures according to the season
• Proficient computer skills
• Forklift experience is required
• The ability to take and follow directions accurately
• Willingness and flexibility to cross-train throughout entire production department
• High attention to detail and self-motivation skills
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Prior production/manufacturing experience is a plus
• Must be able to lift, push and pull a maximum of 49lbs
• Possess manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately
• Must be able to stand throughout the workday
• Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus (not required)
• Proficient computer skills
• High attention to detail and self-motivation skills
• ERP/MRP knowledge is required