Material Handler

Overview

Yoh is hiring a Senior Material Handler for our client’s manufacturing facility in Minnesota. This role is responsible for shipping and receiving operations, raw material handling, inventory control, and material flow using Kitting and Kanban systems. The Senior Material Handler serves as a subject matter expert for Kanban processes and supports inventory accuracy, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position reports to the PTLC Supervisor.

Industry: Manufacturing / Supply Chain

Location:

St Paul, Minnesota (Onsite)
Compensation: $19-$20/hr
Type:
Direct Hire
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

• Administer and organize the Kitting and Kanban processes to support efficient material flow.
• Oversee material handling activities throughout the Kitting and Kanban systems.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and execute KPIs to assess assigned processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve material flow and inventory-related issues.
• Perform required system transactions accurately and timely.
• Coordinate shipping activities in accordance with established procedures, including preparing shipments and documentation.
• Monitor shipping schedules and coordinate pick-ups with freight carriers.
• Track, expedite, and resolve shipping discrepancies as needed.
• Receive and unload raw materials, products, and supplies manually and with material handling equipment.
• Verify incoming freight quality and documentation accuracy.
• Notify Quality Assurance when materials are ready for inspection and properly stock materials upon approval.
• Perform cycle counts and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and assist with year-end physical inventories for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Handle damaged materials through the Non-Conforming Materials process.
• Handle expired materials through the Expired Materials process.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas inside and outside the facility.
• Inspect and operate material handling equipment, ladders, and racking systems; report issues as needed.
• Perform limited general maintenance tasks and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Material Handler.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Previous experience operating a box truck preferred.
• Valid Class D or better Minnesota driver’s license required.
• Personal vehicle required for periodic travel between company sites.
• Experience working with freight carriers and electronic shipping systems (e.g., UPS, USPS).
• Demonstrated knowledge of Kanban methodology; this role is considered a subject matter expert (SME) for Kanban processes.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, waste reduction, and Kaizen methodologies.
• Experience with inventory management systems, including Kanban, safety stock, cycle counting, and material shortages.
• Knowledge of FIFO methodology and lot control practices.
• Experience handling raw materials, drug products, and combination products preferred.
• Experience handling temperature- and/or time-sensitive materials.

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Intermediate computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and write English to complete documentation and communicate procedures.
• Ability to understand manufacturing specifications, requirements, procedures, and departmental processes.

• Manufacturing/Warehouse environment.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to manipulate tools, controls, and equipment.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, ramps, and scaffolding.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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