Lead Material Handler - 1st Shift

Scope of Position

This self‑directed, detail‑oriented individual on the Materials team will assist the department supervisor and help ensure orderly operation of the materials department. The role includes training team members, workflow prioritization, compliance with procedures, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Location:

Franklin, NH (on‑site)

• Maintain a safe work environment and culture for all associates, following all safety rules and regulations.
• Report any job‑related injury and/or illness immediately to the supervisor.
• Assist employees by solving problems, answering questions, reviewing quality, and providing training.
• Act as an informal leader and influence without authority, abiding by the Code of Conduct and engaging employees positively.
• Operating receiving, fork‑truck, reach‑truck, picker, and other relevant equipment as required.
• Perform picking, packaging, shipping, scanning operations, cycle counts, and physical inventories per procedures.
• Handle DO system transactions and other procedures.
• Ensure a continuous flow of materials throughout the supply chain.
• Must must perform other projects and duties assigned by the supervisor or company management.

• 5+ years of related experience.
• Proficient math skills.
• Basic computer skills to perform computer‑related transactions.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with ERP, inventory management, or warehouse management systems.

• Commitment to values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and process standards.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other employees.
• Alignment with Watts’ seven cultural beliefs:
  Growth Mindset, Customer‑Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

While performing the job duties, the employee will be working on‑site in a manufacturing facility at the Franklin location. Scheduled work hours will be communicated by the manager.

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Push and pull up to 35 pounds.
• Move around the manufacturing floor.
• Read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, etc.).

Nothing in this job description restricts Watt’s right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” meaning either the employee or Watt may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Competitive compensation, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, family‑building benefits (including paid maternity/paternity leave), 10 paid holidays, paid time off, continued professional development opportunities, educational reimbursement, fitness reimbursements, and employee discount programs. Learn more about our benefit offerings here:

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We administer all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minority status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.