Material Handling Analyst Jobs

ROLE SUMMARY

Our Material Handling Analysts work hand in hand with our Production Group Leaders to help manage material flow. They will monitor our internal systems to help support proper supply and expedite any requests needed for the team. They work cross functionally with engineers, team members, & leadership to make sure operations are running efficiently. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to the Material Handling Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates the replacement orders for miss-builds and scrap units
• Follows up new parts until first receipt
• Generates all parts lists for special build, pilots, and 1st run options
• Interfaces with sales and marketing division for expedite requests, order changes, diversions, unique customer satisfaction issues
• Manages material flow and inventory control.
• Administers the Internal Control Review Process & audits
• Monitors internal pull systems to ensure proper lineside supply
• Responds to and resolves floor problems in the assigned floor area (Min/Max conditions, standard pack discrepancies, packaging compliance coordination with the supplier, labeling, misuse, and other discrepancies
• Maintains Build Sequence rules (ex: spacing, batch painting, option leveling to improve assembly productivity)
• Supports material flow for new product requirements.
• Assists with vehicle build schedule, or engineering changes.
• Maintain and monitor the Vehicle Identification Number procedure
• Coordinates the disposal or return of replaced parts

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with PLM systems and their interface with MRP preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• In the performance of the duties of this job the employee is required to travel (frequency), drive a motor vehicle, communicate using telephone and e-mail.
• Strong computer skills in Excel, Word, Power point, and Outlook programs.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to communicate in a high-pressure environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems "MES" preferred.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Experience with Materials Requirement Planning "MRP" Software such as SAP preferred.
• Flexibility to work 2nd shift and/or off shift (ABCD) required
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• College degree or "3" years equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to withstand exposure to solvents, fumes, heat, and odors normally associated with paint application.
• Ability to create and present detailed and summary reports.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as governmental regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong team orientation and cross functional attitude.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• College degree or "3" years equivalent experience required.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.