Job Details

Shipping Associate

This position is responsible for the general handling of materials where applicable. The handling of material may be associated with various areas, including unloading in-bound material, loading out-bound material or moving and distributing material to various operation areas for fabrication.

Essential Job Functions

• Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the Minnkota Windows Game Changer definition.
• Receive incoming materials and verify accuracy of shipments against purchase orders.
• Receive and stage glass and screens, including but not limited to repositioning, sorting and/or locating as needed.
• Unload materials from trucks and safely store them in designated areas, following proper storage guidelines.
• Maintain an organized and clean warehouse environment to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Assist in the inventory control process by labeling and tagging materials.
• Organize materials within the warehouse and ensure that the production floor is adequately stocked with the required items.
• Pick and prepare materials for the production line as requested by the Production Supervisor.
• Perform basic material handling tasks, including lifting, stacking, and moving materials using hand trucks or forklifts.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring that materials are handled properly.
• Assist senior material handlers in other tasks as needed.
• Maintains in-process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies, as well as but not limited to rotating inventory as necessary.
• Follow all company safety and quality requirements.
• Ability to communicate with team members verbally and non-verbally.
• Responsible for snow removal as needed.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime or weekends as needed.
• Prompt and dependable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualities

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to read a tape measure (imperial and metric).
• Basic knowledge of warehouse safety and material handling techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior staff.

Education and Work Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Clean driving history with no major violations in the past 3 years.

Physical Requirements

• As described in EJF #5

Specific Requirements for Level 2 Material Handler 2: In addition to Level 1 requirements:

• Oversee the receiving, inspection, and storing of materials, ensuring that they meet quality standards.
• Supervise and coordinate the flow of materials to production lines, ensuring the right materials are delivered on time and in the right quantity.
• Conduct regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize shortages or overages.
• Perform regular inventory audits and maintain optimal material levels to support production schedules.
• Coordinate with the production team to ensure timely material delivery and resolve any material-related issues.
• Work with supervisors to troubleshoot material shortages, inventory discrepancies, and production delays, and proactively address issues.
• Train and mentor entry-level material handlers, providing guidance on proper material handling procedures.
• Lead the material handling team, providing training and ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
• Implement and recommend improvements to material handling processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure that all materials are properly tagged, labeled, and stored to maintain accurate inventory.
• Proficiency in material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks).
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• 2-3 years of material handling experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
• Basic computer skills for inventory management (experience with warehouse management systems preferred).
• Demonstrate time management and ability to hit deadlines.

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