Materials Handler - Military veterans preferred

American Rheinmetall Vehicles, LLC

TITLE Materials Handler

CATEGORY Materials Management

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Rheinmetall's U.S. organizations include American Rheinmetall Systems, American Rheinmetall Vehicles, American Rheinmetall Munitions and American Rheinmetall Defense. The operating companies have established engineering and production capabilities that allow them to modify existing products and develop new solutions that meet the priority requirements of their US customers. These products consist of, but are not limited to, game-changing solutions for next-generation vehicles, innovations for increased soldier lethality, and advanced high-tech munitions.

Description

At American Rheinmetall, we believe in satisfied customers and healthy, engaged employees. We listen to our customers and provide them with solutions – whether that’s high quality parts or cutting edge technology, our nation’s Warfighters and farmers alike depend on us to deliver. Being part of the Rheinmetall team offers a challenging and fulfilling career while being an important part of a mission larger than ourselves.

Our know-how is on almost every major combat vehicle in the Army, from the legendary Abrams Main Battle Tank to the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, and the XM30 we are designing to replace it. Our handiwork empowers and protects the members of our U.S. Armed Forces and helps to ensure their safe return home. With the same skill and precision that we make tracks for armored vehicles, we also make the tracks that move the largest tractors, combines, and grain carts across fields all over the United States, growing the food that feeds us all.

Over the past two years, American Rheinmetall has added more than 200 employees to number over 1,400 strong. We have won over $200 million in new business and expect to exceed $600 million in revenue this year. If you are interested in joining a fast-growing team for a meaningful career that directly supports our Warfighters and farmers, we encourage you to apply today!

Job Summary:

The Materials Handler coordinates/execute incoming and outgoing movement and storage of raw materials, finished products and parts. Additional activities include receipt of material and documentations, transfer of ownership, coordinate Material Review Board (MRB) shipments into ERP system and along with additional teammate(s). Individual compiles data on order volume, production schedules, forecasts, estimate future materials requirements, and shortages.

DIVISION American Rheinmetall Vehicles, LLC

LOCATION Slidell, LA

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Essential Functions:

• Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies.
• Counts, weighs or measures incoming or outgoing items to compare identifying information and variety against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records.
• Examines incoming shipments for damage or shortages and correspond with shipper to rectify.
• Completes paperwork or forms required for documentation.
• Determines method of shipment utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates.
• Prepares materials for shipping by weighing, packaging and stamping.
• Prepares necessary shipping forms such as bills of lading.
• Provide direction to other material handling personnel to include Teammates who executes utilizing plant equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.
• Supports execution of assembly activities

Staff/Direct Reports:

None

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED required. 2-4 years’ experience in a similar position. OR
• Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience Knowledge

Background Prerequisites:

• Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Physical Demands
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Understanding of ERP
• Computer Skills: ERP, Microsoft, Non-conformance s/w, Costpoint and/or PLEX Experience a Plus
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Considerable knowledge of manufacturing capabilities is required, and previous plant experience is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently in a self-motivated environment
• Ability to understand production schedules, forecasts, estimate future materials requirements, and shortages.
• Forklift experience

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions.

BENEFITS Robust medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short- and long-term disability, life insurance, education reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program

E-VERIFY This employer participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify and Your Rights to Work please visit: https://www.e-verify.gov.

PAY TRANSPARENCY This company abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.35(c), found here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA50

EOE STATEMENT

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law. Please find details here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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