Material Handler/Kitter, United States – (Ooltewah, TN, Onsite)
The Mining and Infrastructure Attachments division is a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing hydraulic attachment tools, ground engaging tools, and infrastructure battery-powered hand tools and attachments. Our products serve diverse industries including mining, construction, infrastructure, demolition, and recycling. With production facilities spanning six continents, including major hubs in Sweden, Germany, the USA, and Australia, we are committed to delivering excellence in both products and services.
In this role, your mission and responsibilities will be to:
This Material Handler/Kitter role is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the department with primary emphasis on distribution, prepping, kitting, and staging of material and control of inventory. Specifically, you’ll:
- Layout, position, align and fit components into welding fixture as instructed.
- Work with safe work practices to ensure own safety as well as co-workers’
- Follow procedures for assigning inventory locations to parts, as well as delivering job orders.
- Operate fork trucks in a safe and efficient manner to move material.
- Complete inspections prior to routing goods to individual departments or storage in proper locations.
- Complete necessary procedures to pick jobs and deliver parts to specified departments.
- Notify specific individuals of parts shortages; late work orders or shipments; incorrect bills of material; scheduling, purchasing, or sales errors; missing prints; missing parts; etc.
- Complete all necessary paperwork on a daily basis including necessary computer transactions using specific forms and procedures dealing with inventory movement through department.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and know how to check against them.
- Cycle count and troubleshoot errors, and kit/move product along production area.
- Manual lifting and movement of boxes, totes, and other containers weighing up to 33 lbs.
- Perform all 5S duties and maintain acceptable 5S standards.
- Understand & execute, if necessary, inventory paperwork & computer transactions.
- Mobility to move within department/plant as assigned.
Experience and requirements:
You’re a curious problem solver who can bring big ideas to life. You’re creative and scrappy but can navigate a large organization with ease. You’re agile and adaptable but work with precision to ensure we always deliver top-notch customer experiences. You also have:
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Proven ability to operate forklifts safely.
- Basic computer skills, specifically with performing inventory transactions, required.
- Forklift certified or ability to successfully complete Epiroc approved forklift certification program.
- Solid math and counting skills with emphasis on consistency and accuracy.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
- Ability to read and understand work order routings and instructions.
- Ability to assist production with assembly and machine completions.
- Excellent critical thinking, communication, problem solving skills and interpersonal skills
Epiroc offers rewarding experiences and professional growth opportunities. Recognition for your hard work includes:
- Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
- Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
- Wellness program
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) plan
- Direct deposit
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Vacation
Epiroc USA LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment at Epiroc USA LLC is “at-will,” which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, by state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. The signature of this document serves as an acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.
It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.
All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com
