MATERIAL HANDLER - 1ST SHIFT - Young Innovations - Grafton, WI

Company Overview

Microbrush International develops, produces, and markets innovative disposable applicators designed for the placement of controlled amounts of materials in hard-to-reach areas. Microbrush is a wholly owned subsidiary of Young Innovations, Inc. Young Innovations is a manufacturer and marketer of high quality dental equipment with sales in excess of $100 million.

Material Handler Role Description

We are looking for a dependable and experienced Material Handler to join our team at out Microbrush facility located in Grafton, WI. In this position, you will set up production rooms with all materials necessary for daily production, including changeovers. Perform material transactions in system. Follow all safety rules and company established manufacturing methods and processes and while meeting KPIs.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Inspect materials prior to distribution to shop floor

Using a forklift or handtruck, transport raw materials to production rooms, based on company processes

Check all packaging press materials and replenish as necessary

Put away all unused material from production rooms

Track and enter material transfers in ERP system

Periodically recheck material bins for all production lines to ensure safe levels

Maintain Packaging Presses including inserting clear bags for all boxes; weighing boxes for quantity; taping, labeling and stacking boxes on pallets; transferring full pallets to queued area; and entering corresponding transactions into ERP system

Ensure boxes and packaging supplies are maintained at each line

Prior to end of the shift, ensure ERP system is updated with all material and product movements.

May cross-train on production machine operations and/or shipping and receiving tasks

May assist in training new employees

All other job duties as assigned

Related Duties/Responsibilities

Continues to update job knowledge through cross-training as requested

Performs related duties as required, including breaking down cardboard and placing in dumpster; emptying runner bins at end of shift; and sweeping, cleaning and keeping packaging area clean and safe

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2+ years of combination of material inspections, computer system data entry, forklift and or hand truck operations in an industrial environment.

Ability to read and write in English, take direction and work well within a team

Proficient with computers

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work standing for 8 hours

Able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Take this opportunity to join a successful team where you can make a significant impact immediately. Enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits that include offers of Health, HSA, Dental, Life, Vision, STD and LTD insurance, 401k (with match), vacation, and holidays.

Microbrush/Young Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participating employer