Material Handling Lead

The role, at a glance:

The Material Handling Lead acts as the subject matter expert for the material fulfillment processes of one or more production lines within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Accountable to several metrics and KPIs across multiple areas, they schedule and facilitate material support to meet daily customer demand as well as contribute to the overall capacity of the area. The Lead continuously works to improve the processes in their assigned areas.

How you'll contribute:

• Deliver material to point of consumption in response to Kanban signals.
• Plan and execute schedules based on variable demand and ergonomic requirements.
• Train staff on processes within their assigned area.   
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and written work instructions.
• Responsible for leading tiered Daily Management System (DMS) meetings.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives.   

You'll also support with:

• Function as a team driver for lean manufacturing processes.
• Solve problems and escalate obstacles where applicable.
• Ensure work area is well organized and clean.
• Additional duties as assigned by your supervisor.    

A successful candidate should have:

• Internal candidates must be at least a Material Handler Operator II.
• Minimum of 3 years related work experience with a preference for experience in electrical and mechanical manufacturing. Entry into this level is based on management’s judgment of skills and abilities.
• Prior Leadership experience preferred
• Must be able to work Monday through Thursday from 5:00am to 3:30pm.
• Capable of becoming forklift and WAV certified at Biamp.
• Training in and experience with Lean manufacturing principles is required.
• Familiarity with computers and Windows based applications.
• Ability to adjust work pace and operator schedules in response to daily production data.
• Desire and ability to find and solve problems.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and diffuse challenging situations using acceptable and appropriate methods.    
• Able to multi-task and be flexible in a dynamic work environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• May be required to alternate schedules to meet production goals.
• Attendance is a critical function of this position.  

Work environment:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. frequently and up to 75 lbs. periodically.
• Stand or sit for long periods.
• Perform tasks (that may be repetitive) that require reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, walking, stooping and/or bending.
• Work in an environment that generates OSHA permissible machine noise levels.
• Use tools that require fine hand skills.
• Visually, observe and differentiate small moving parts.
• Ability to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required in designated areas. 

What we offer:  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision 
• 3 weeks annual PTO and 9 paid holidays 
• 401(k) matching 
• Employer-paid base life insurance, short, and long-term disability 
• Health savings accounts (with Biamp contribution) and flexible spending accounts 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Discretionary profit-sharing 
• Referral bonuses 
• Charitable donation matching

Who is Biamp?

We make the world’s most extraordinary audio and video solutions. For over 40 years, Biamp has created and innovated professional audiovisual solutions that enable great communication. From the smallest of rooms to the largest of venues, we empower true human connection in every space.

As we grow to meet our customers’ needs and evolve to address the challenges of tomorrow, one guiding principle remains the same:

Biamp connects people through extraordinary audiovisual experiences.

About our company:

At Biamp, we believe the employment relationship should be reciprocal. We want you to love your job, and we want your expertise and knowledge to help drive our business forward. We champion a supportive and dynamic environment filled with passionate people who choose continuous improvement over perfection. We insist on clear, explicit decision making, believe in taking calculated risks, and celebrate tough decisions even when they don’t succeed. We look for people who desire the best from themselves and encourage the same from their coworkers. Our commitment to one another and to the common goal is the most consistent reliable path to recurring success for all of us.

Biamp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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