Material Handler Lead - WKND Shift

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

• Support the production process by coordinating the movement of material into, within, and out of manufacturing in a timely and professional manner.
• Operate a variety of equipment applicable within the assigned area (i.e., CRTs, forklifts, etc.).
• Execute and coordinate employee training to ensure procedures are followed and meet all quality requirements.
• Exercise a high level of professionalism when responding to internal customer concerns.
• Apply knowledge of Lean principles to participate in Kaizen events and drive out waste throughout the department.
• Support a continuous improvement culture by engaging with team members and supervisors in problem solving and decision making.
• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Lead experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of production work experience preferred.
• Computer experience with Windows Word, Excel, Outlook, JD Edwards and the Internet.

• Knowledge of all material flow processes.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and ability to promote compliance with them.
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to achieve high productivity through reliable and punctual attendance.
• Ability to conduct operator training on standard work, including work instructions, product quality, company and value‑stream policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify and support continuous improvement.
• Ability to sustain and drive lean manufacturing and 5S activities.
• Adaptability to rapidly changing business circumstances.
• Ability to function effectively in a high‑stress, high‑pressure environment with a positive attitude.
• Problem‑solving ability to address ambiguous problems with unique solutions.

• Compensation range: $23.90 – $44.40 per hour.
• Benefits for eligible full‑time employees include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and various supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and volunteer time.

nVent is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.