What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Varstaff?
Varstaff is currently searching for the following:
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials between various departments, ensuring the timely completion of production orders.
- Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to meet changing demands and prioritize urgent orders.
- Collaborate with production planners, supervisors, and other stakeholders to plan and schedule production activities.
- Track and manage inventory levels, ensuring that materials and supplies are available when needed and minimizing production delays.
- Communicate production status, delays, and issues to relevant stakeholders, including management, sales teams, and customers.
- Identify bottlenecks or potential delays in the production process and propose solutions to improve efficiency and meet deadlines.
- Conduct regular inspections of production areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records, including work orders, production reports, and inventory logs.
- Continuously evaluate and improve production processes and procedures to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
Requirements
- Minimum of high school diploma or GED.
- Experience with activities related to planning and/or scheduling.
- Experience working with a cross functional team.
- Good verbal and written communications skills.
- Demonstrates understanding and is able to apply continuous improvement concepts.
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Nice-to-haves
- Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and production planning software.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills in data analysis and problem-solving.
- Ability to operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts or pallet jacks (if required).
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement concepts is desirable.
- Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required to meet production deadlines.
