What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Kaman Distribution?
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Material Handler to join our team in Louisville, KY. This exciting opportunity focuses on ensuring that all orders meet and exceed the quality requirements and expectations of the organization and customer.
Kaman Industrial Technologies, a business unit of Kaman Distribution Group, is a leading provider of industrial products and solutions. We are proud to be a one source network for customers in various industries including food and beverage, power generation, and waste management. With over 150 locations across the United States and four million products and services, our people are the foundation of our success. We recognize that the ability to sustain our competitive advantage is by investing in the development of our employees, driving innovation, and providing solutions for a better tomorrow.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform distribution center responsibilities, such as picking, packing, and shipping orders
- Receive inventory and place it in the appropriate location
- Ensure that all orders meet customer requirements of quality and timeliness
- Perform all responsibilities within productivity and quality standards
- Maintain a safe and clean work area
- Work with others in a positive and team-oriented manner
- Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Minimum of a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 6 months warehouse or related experience
- Lift truck experience preferred
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the distribution industry and KIT products and services
- Customer service and team oriented
- Strong attention to detail
- Computer and mathematical aptitude
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to take initiative and problem solve
- Ability to a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends when necessary
Physical Requirements:
- Capable of lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.
- May be required to operate fork lift equipment
Benefits and Company Overview
Our comprehensive compensation package and benefit program includes:
- Your choice of medical insurance providers and plans, Dental insurance, and Flexible spending accounts
- Company matching 401(k) with a great vesting schedule
- Company paid Life (family) & STD insurances, Vacation, Holiday & Sick time
- 100% tax-free tuition reimbursement
Kaman Distribution Group is comprised of three business units: Kaman Automation, Kaman Fluid Power, and Kaman Industrial Technologies. We offer more than four million items including bearings, mechanical power transmission, electrical and automation, material handling, motion control, fluid power and MRO supplies to customers in virtually every industry. Additionally, we provide engineering, design, and support for automation, electrical, linear, hydraulic and pneumatic systems as well as belting and rubber fabrication, customized mechanical services, hose assemblies, repair, fluid analysis, and motor management. Offering products and solutions from more than 220 locations, our people are the foundation of our success. We recognize that our ability to sustain our competitive advantage rests among our talent. #KDG #KFP #KIT #KAI