Material Handler - Abingdon Facility

About Us

Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies. With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

Full-time, Non-Exempt

Permanent

Abingdon, VA

The Material Handler is responsible for the efficient and accurate handling of materials, ensuring that production lines have the necessary supplies to meet production goals. The Material Handler will work closely with various departments to maintain a smooth flow of materials and contribute to the overall success of the manufacturing process.

• Safely and efficiently moves materials within the facility using various equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts.
• Monitors and maintains accurate inventory levels by conducting regular counts and reconciling any discrepancies.
• Receives incoming materials, verifies quantities, and stores items in designated areas. Ensures proper organization to facilitate easy retrieval.
• Fulfills production orders by accurately picking materials from inventory and delivering them to the appropriate production areas.
• Performs visual inspections of materials for damage or defects and reports any issues to supervisors.
• Keeps detailed records of material transactions, updates inventory systems, and completes necessary paperwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed by Team Leader or Supervisor.
• Maintains good housekeeping and follows established safety procedures.
• Follows all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Operating Procedures (MOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and Safety Manual.
• Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years warehouse and shipping experience required.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to work in a team environment and interface with a diverse workforce.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to operate the following equipment:
  Forklift, Combi-Lift.
• Must have current and valid Driver’s License.
• Must be computer literate, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability to use online real-time manufacturing control systems, including MAPICS or other current in-house computer processes.
• Ability to use various tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, dial…