Material Handler Iv

Our people create our best Plexus.
We're hiring. Plexus is hiring production roles to support a variety of shifts across our manufacturing sites. From surgical devices and health monitors to warehouse robotics and space products, we partner with our customers to help create the products that build a better world.
Whether you're looking to start your manufacturing career or are an experienced manufacturer, find your path at Plexus and leave your mark on the world. All team members will experience on-the-job training as necessary to be successful in their role.
We believe that our people create our best Plexus. At Plexus, we value the ideas generated by our collective uniqueness and recognize that the diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives of our team members enable us to create the innovative products that build a better world. Because of this, we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.
*Full Time employees are eligible for benefits starting day one
Purpose Statement: Material Handlers are responsible for performing site warehousing functions that support the overall manufacturing operations and other customer-related activities. The activities may include but are not limited to receiving, kitting, cycle counting, shipping, etc.
Shift: 1st Shift 7AM-3PM Monday-Friday
Key Job Accountabilities:

• Adapts to changes (work plan, priority and management decision) in the work environment.
• Supports improvement initiatives and participates actively to improve work environment (example 5S).
• Looks for opportunities to improve work productivity and efficiency.
• Able to work cooperatively in a team and cross functional team(s) as needed.
• Able to maintain a level temperament in a stressful environment.
• Openly and proactively shares information, knowledge and experience with co-workers.
• Willing to take on additional assignments.
• Competent in required job knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.
• Able to apply new work requirements with minimal supervision.
• Is up-to-date on all certifications and training requirements for role.
• Consistently completes assignments or work requirements on time without compromising on quality.
• Uses time effectively to manage workload/tasks.
• Individual throughput goals are met.
• Understands and follows Plexus quality policy guidelines, customer specifications and adheres to regulatory compliance.
• Monitors own work to ensure quality standard is met.
• Looks for opportunities to improve quality and eliminate waste at work.
• Delivers work in way that eliminates scrap or rework.
• Keeps supervisors informed and escalates issues when needed.

Additional Accountabilities:

• Become trained to the area's core standards and functional specific operations before working without direct or supervisory oversight.
• Stay current on processes, procedures, standards, policies and training for assigned job and operational area.
• Operational job functions area descriptions can be found on the Site Training Matrix.
• Minimal travel may be required to meet the needs of the business (less than 1% of the time).
• Additional duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• A High School diploma or GED is preferred.
• One (1) or more years of related experience is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.
Other Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills required
• Strong attention to detail
• Self motivated
• Ability to interpret, receive direction and apply both written and oral communication
• Flexible to quickly adapt to learning new tasks, moving to new areas to meet changing customer demands
• Flexible and able to work overtime, nights, various shifts and weekends as required
• Flexible to work in multiple areas as required
• Demonstrated competencies in: teamwork, professional demeanor, quality, job knowledge, communication, problem solving and lean principles, flexibility, attendance and timeliness
• General office equipment and materials
• Material Handling Equipment including but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, bar code scanners, etc.
• Able to alternate or be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time
• Able to lift, reach, push, pull up to 45 pounds as required
• Able and willing to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as required for assigned area

Work Environment:

• The work setting should consist of a manufacturing environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and a moderate noise level.

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement.
Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today!