Material Specialist - 2Nd Shift

About JLG, an Oshkosh company
JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world.
Material Specialist - 2nd Shift (1 position available)
2nd Shift Core Hours: Monday - Thursday 4pm to 2am
Jerr-Dan McConnellsburg
Why JLG/Jerr-Dan?
In addition to our competitive pay offerings, some of the many reasons to consider a career with JLG:

• $1500 Sign-on and referral bonus opportunities
• Annual performance bonus with a 5% goal.
• Tuition reimbursement toward degree programs of up to $10k annually.
• Medical insurance with Rx coverage (3 plan options available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K program with generous employer match
• Paid Time Off (vacation) program that offers 80 hours in first full year of employment.
• 11 paid Holidays each year
• Company-funded Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Company paid safety footwear and safety prescription eyewear programs

COMPANY PROFILE
The Access segment consists of the JLG and Jerr-Dan business units. At JLG, we are committed to being the provider of choice worldwide for access equipment. The Company's diverse product portfolio includes leading brands such as JLG aerial work platforms and JLG SkyTrak and telescopic forklifts. For 30 years, Jerr-Dan has redefined the towing industry. Jerr-Dan tow trucks, whether it be wreckers or carriers, have a proven track record in vehicle recovery.
Oshkosh Access is a segment of Oshkosh Corporation, which is a Fortune 500, multi-billion dollar company. At Oshkosh Corporation we are dedicated to designing and building the world's toughest specialty trucks, truck bodies, and access equipment by working shoulder-to-shoulder with the people who use them.
SUMMARY
Assist in the management of all material inbound and outbound traffic, auditing, inventory control and related activities to ensure efficient and timely delivery of materials and services. Supports warehouse and manufacturing operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties can vary based on Shipping, Receiving, Auditor and/or Inventory Control focus

• Follow procedures specific to the Shipping, Receiving, Auditing and/or Inventory Control processes.
• Develop and manage the flow of materials between plants and off-site stored materials. Update MAPICS database with required information
• Train employees on the process for shipping, receiving, charges, rejects, consumption of materials, Kanban, and RF equipment
• Review daily shortages due to inventory errors and determine causes and corrective actions
• Organize and execute auditing activities and special inventory counts
• Count and reconcile the in-house inventory balances and the off-site supplier inventory.
• Serve as internal production planner for manufactured items within assigned location; includes maintaining work orders, release of work orders, production schedules, sales change materials management, and actioning reschedules.
• Research and determine cause of errors and communicate errors using a corrective action form.
• Conduct a monthly bill of materials, back flush deduction, and location maintenance audits.
• End of life part maintenance and disposition.
• Troubleshoot and rectify inventory issues that arise.
• Partner with internal and external customers on a daily basis with the maximum level of customer service to ensure timely and satisfactory results.
• Other materials-related projects and assignments as required
• Audit inventory programs
• Coordinate with Purchasing as appropriate in regards to order points and replenishment quantities. Maintain all Kanban cards
• Assist in establishing material flow routes, route layouts and material handling methods for receipt, delivery, and storage of material
• Assist in standardizing return containers program
• Monitor inventory levels at assigned plant to include safety stock, WIP, obsolete, and production stock
• Work with supply base to establish Kanban and other alternative procurement methods
• Other duties as assigned
• Capable of packaging small to larger components and moving parts. Parts handled weigh up to 5000# using suitable material handling equipment, usually a forklift truck.
• Operates forklift or picker to move material within areas including staging area into shipping container/trailers, receiving areas and/or to the stocking locations.
• Every employee is expected to:
  • Complete all required paperwork including labor reporting and documentation of quality control and material movement.
  • Work safely and maintain the work area with high standards of housekeeping.
  • Perform self-inspection and other required quality control functions at the employee's workstation.
  • Perform required Preventative Maintenance activities on machinery and/or equipment operated.
  • Train and/or assist in the development of personnel.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Supervision.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent plus additional related technical school training.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of warehouse experience
• Demonstrated ability to make general decisions requiring judgement regarding quality & tolerances.
• Proficient in blueprint reading, mathematical, analytical and mechanical skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effectively communicate with fellow employees in order to ensure proper warehouse procedures are followed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma and Project Management
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or related field

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our reception desk by phone at +1 (920) 502.3009 or our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
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