Materials Handler

Material Handler

Plainville CT United States

Job Description

Operating Company

Gems Setra

Job Function

Manufacturing & Operations

Gems Setra is a leading global supplier of sensing and monitoring technologies operating within the Precision Technologies platform of Fortive Corporation. Through our comprehensive portfolio of premium sensing products we deliver solutions to customer problems and challenges. As two Fortive businesses merged in 2022 Gems Setras vision is to connect our customers to their environment to create a safer healthier more sustainable world. Gems Sensors product offerings include a range of products that encompass liquid level flow and pressure sensors miniature solenoid valves proximity switches and integrated fluid management solutions. The Setra Systems product line offers an extensive selection of high-quality sensing instruments for humidity current vacuum energy and pressure measurements. At the heart of our combined companys mission lies a shared dedication between Gems Sensors and Setra Systems to deliver high-quality sensing solutions backed by reliable customer support on a global scale. As apartofFortive we embrace a culture of innovation driving progress and empowering advancements in the industries and customers we serve. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race color national origin religion sex age marital status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive

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Gems Setra is looking to add a new Material Handler who possesses a positive demeanor and is detail orientated to join the team as a Material Handler. This position reports to a supervisor or Area Lead. MaterialHandler plays a crucial role in ensuring that materials are efficiently transported stored and distributed while minimizing waste and enhancing production flow. Lean manufacturing principles focus on improving efficiency reducing costs and continuously improving processes and a Material Handler in this setting must align with these goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Material Delivery and Flow:

• Ensure timely delivery of materials to production areas using Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory practices.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure materials are available when needed reducing downtime and avoiding overproduction.
• Use Kanban or pull systems to manage material replenishment ensuring materials are only delivered when needed in the correct quantities.

1. Inventory Management:

• Maintain optimal inventory levels avoiding both excess inventory and shortages by using Lean techniques like Kanban 5S or FIFO (First-In-First-Out) systems.
• Regularly monitor stock levels and alert management if restocking or adjustments are needed in alignment with Lean principles of inventory control.
• Participate in regular stock counts and cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory data.

1. Efficient Material Handling:

• Transport materials and products safely between locations ensuring that the flow of materials is smooth and free from bottlenecks.
• Ensure materials are stored in a way that minimizes handling and maximizes efficiency utilizing 5S principles for clean organized and accessible storage areas.
• Reduce material waste and excess handling by maintaining optimal storage layouts and following Lean guidelines.

1. Waste Reduction:

• Focus on minimizing material waste unnecessary motion and transportation. Follow Lean strategies to eliminate waste in the material handling process.
• Identify areas for improvement in material flow and contribute ideas for waste reduction during team meetings or continuous improvement sessions.

1. Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to all safety guidelines ensuring that proper handling techniques are used to prevent accidents or injuries.
• Follow company protocols to ensure all materials are handled according to regulatory and safety standards.
• Conduct regular safety audits to identify potential hazards and work toward mitigating them.

1. Support for Continuous Improvement:

• Actively participate in Lean improvement activities such as Kaizen events team problem-solving sessions and process reviews.
• Provide feedback on material flow and handling processes contributing to the identification of root causes of inefficiencies.
• Suggest and implement improvements to increase material flow efficiency reduce waste and enhance overall productivity.

1. Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with production and warehouse teams to anticipate material needs and resolve potential delays.
• Communicate effectively with other departments such as procurement or production to ensure timely material availability.
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors and colleagues regarding material shortages defects or delays in the supply chain.

Critical Success Factors:

• Physical Stamina and Strength: Ability to move materials and lift heavy items safely.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accurate material handling and storage to avoid production delays or excess inventory.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify inefficiencies and contribute ideas for improvement.
• Teamwork and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to keep materials well-organized and easily accessible reducing the risk of wasted time or unnecessary movement.

Education & Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Demonstrates basic math skills such as addition subtraction multiplication and division
• Most work cells require 95% or more of the shift.
• Ability to lift to 30 lbs. on occasion if required.

Physical Demands:

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that associates encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand/or sit squat turn/twist climb ladders reach use fingers handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and computer keyboards.
• The employee must occasionally lift carry push or pull up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee may be subjected to moving mechanical parts electrical currents vibrations fumes odors dust gases chemicals oils extreme temperatures and workspace restrictions.
• The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.
• Employees will be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include eye hearing and respiratory protection protective smock steel toe shoes gloves hard hats or face shields. Contact lenses may not be allowed in some areas.
• The associate must also be willing and able to travel by all forms of transportation.

Fortive Corporation Overview

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