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Material Handler

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Simsbury, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Material Handler will manage inventory, stock production cells, move work‑in‑process parts, package items, and handle hazardous waste while adhering to safety standards and supporting continuous improvement in Ensign‑Bickford’s aerospace and defense manufacturing environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Positive AttitudeFlexibleEnergeticAbility to Work IndependentlyMaterial HandlingLean ManufacturingMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelInventory ManagementPackagingHazardous Waste Disposal

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalencyAbility to Read and Understand Written Instructions in English

Full job description

Simsbury, CT

Full time

REQ107466

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here (https://www.eba-d.com/) to learn more.

Job Description

The Material Handler will perform a variety of tasks involved with inventory management, stocking, moving work in process, coordinating explosive quantity limits, packaging, and waste disposal necessary to facilitate efficient flow in our manufacturing cells. Responsibilities include:

  • Adhere to all safety standards and written instructions.

  • Maintain accurate physical and digital inventory in manufacturing cells including electronic movement of inventory in real time to keep up with physical movements.

  • Ensure production cells are stocked with materials needed for production each day.

  • Move parts that are work in processes through various departments at a regular daily cadence to support manufacturing flow.

  • Package parts for storage or shipment in accordance with strict Packaging Instructions / Specifications.

  • Complete hazardous waste disposal tasks in accordance with guidelines and regulations.

  • Coordinate with material control team on movement of product to and from warehouses.

  • Audit inventory, including cycle counts, wall to wall counts, and spot checks.

Requirements:

  • Positive attitude, flexible, energetic, ability to work independently.

  • High School Diploma or equivalency.

  • Ability to read and understand written instructions in English.

  • Contribute towards continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Skills:

  • Material handling experience.

  • Experience in Lean Manufacturing environment.

  • Experience with MS Office, specifically Word and Excel.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

EBI's 190-year history has been shaped by innovation and stewardship defining who we are today: a family-owned, independently led, and professionally managed company united by our people, Core Values, and Winning Vision. We invite you to explore our three strong businesses and discover how you can help shape the next chapter of our story.

Ensign-Bickford Industries (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/) founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.

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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/ensign-bickford-aerospace-defense/%29)

  • EBAD is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets.

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