Job Description
Position Summary:
The Material Handling & Inventory Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring seamless warehouse and production operations by managing material flow, inventory accuracy, and timely delivery of components. This role supports Kardex kitting, cycle counting, and inventory control processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain operational excellence and efficiency.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
For Kardex Kitting:
- Transfer materials from the receiving area to the Kardex system.
- Assemble and accurately pick items based on the Bill of Materials.
- Coordinate replacement of damaged or non-conforming materials with suppliers.
- Label and package kits for clear identification and safe handling.
- Run replenishment reports, process move orders, and complete system transactions in Oracle.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials to the assembly line to support production operations.
- Manage consumables and Kanban inventory to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely replenishment of Kanban materials.
- Perform physical picking and packing for shipments to AMMC.
- Monitor system alerts for unissued parts and resolve discrepancies.
- Support redlight tool processes to address inventory-related issues.
For Cycle Count:
- Conduct weekly cycle counts for raw materials to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Perform monthly cycle counts for press production inventory.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies such as missing or excess stock.
- Maintain accurate records in the Kardex system to ensure traceability.
- Process scrap transactions within the system.
- Adhere to Health, Safety & Environment policies as laid by the organization.
Who You Are:
You build strong working relationships by engaging effectively with individuals at all levels and across functions. You communicate clearly and adapt your approach to suit different audiences and situations. You collaborate openly, contributing to team success while fostering a positive and inclusive environment. You perform effectively in fast-paced settings, maintaining focus, accuracy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- A bachelor’s degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in business, engineering, logistics, or supply chain.
- Experience in warehouse operations or material handling (typically 2–3 years or equivalent practical exposure).
- Basic understanding of inventory management and warehouse processes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Certifications in supply chain management, forklift operation, or related fields.
- Experience in improving warehouse processes and operational efficiency.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices within warehouse environments.
Our Culture & Commitment to You!
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.