Material Handler

Why Badger Meter?
 

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource.  For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient.  Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!

Here at Badger Meter, we believe that our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values, where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences, encourages innovation, and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.  

We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas, which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the world’s most precious resource. 
 

What You Will Contribute:
 

Badger Meter is hiring a first shift (6:30am-3:00pm) Material Handler at our clean and air-conditioned Milwaukee facility.

In this role, your keen attention to detail will play a critical part in supporting departments across both plant and administrative functions. From double-checking order accuracy to meticulously updating inventory systems and adhering to strict quality standards, you'll help maintain seamless operations. With a focus on safe work practices and consistent quality inspections, you’ll ensure every task is completed to the highest standards. If you take pride in thoroughness and have a sharp eye for detail, this is your chance to excel and make a meaningful impact!

Major Job Duties/Accountability:

• Fills customer parts orders and replenishes stock as per reports.

• Processes inventory transactions and reviews/releases customer orders using inventory systems.

• Prepares and packs customer orders for shipment, double-checking pick accuracy and following department standards.

• Prepares shipments for other Badger Meter facilities, including documents and courier packages.

• Packs various orders, maintains carton stock, and operates hot stamping/engraving machines for meter/part identification.

• Moves materials using manual and powered equipment; issues materials to departments.

• Receives, counts, tags, and stores production materials; updates inventory systems.

• Performs cycle counts and quarterly audits; consolidates inventory to save storage space.

• Loads/unloads items, prepares vendor documents, and fulfills pick lists and resupply orders.

• Manages distribution tasks and moves products using power trucks.

• Inspects and records incoming materials; delivers them to departments.

• Prepares outgoing shipments and stages them as per customer requirements.

• Processes shipments using software and handles loading/unloading trailers

Qualifications:

• 1 years of experience preferred

• High School degree required

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to pass internal forklift and hazmat training if applicable

• Ability to work independently with little supervision

• Maintains open communication and positive working relationships with staff

• Basic math skills

• Ability to read, write and speak English

Physical Requirements:

Depending on assigned department, must be able to meet one of the following physical requirements.

• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform a 20 pound lift test (Packer)

• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform a 40 pound lift test (Stores Keeper)

• Must demonstrate the ability to perform a 40 pound lift to waist, 50 pound lift to chest and 50 pound carry test (Shipping/Receiving)

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Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

• Competitive Pay

• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases

• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage 

• 15 days Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays  

• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation.  In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more 

• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 

• Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.  

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