Materials Associate II

Who we are

In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products: we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. To enable a life without limitations, through our core business brands – Advanced Bionics, Audiological Care, Phonak, Sennheiser (under license), and Unitron – we develop, manufacture, and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry.

Aurora, IL - USA
Materials Associate II

The Materials Associate II will perform materials / logistics-related functions to support the manufacturing and distribution of Hearing Aids, FM Systems, and Accessories.

Responsibilities:

• Handle material replenishment, receiving, cycle counts, and order fulfillment
• Inspect products, identify defects, and participate in quality improvement
• Lead process improvements and support team goals
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation
• Flex to various roles as needed
  More About You:

Education & Experience:

• 2-4 years in inventory management/logistics
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in Materials Associate I role

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong inventory knowledge and ability to follow work instructions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to count, verify, and audit inventory locations
• Ability to use small hand tools and light bench equipment
• Demonstrated understanding of safety procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to walk up/down steps
• Repetitive hand motions using both hands

Don't meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn, we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position, only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon, or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone, please contact us.

What we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage*
- Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
- TeleHealth options
- 401k plan with company match*
- Company-paid life/AD&D insurance (with additional supplemental coverage available)
- Company-paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (with buy-ups available)
- Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
- Legal/ID Theft Assistance
- PTO, floating Diversity Day, and paid holidays*
- Paid parental bonding leave
- Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company-paid counseling sessions, and more)
- Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Hearing aid discount for employees and family
- Internal social recognition platform
- D&I focus with a council and employee resource groups

*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group company/location.

This role's pay rate is $20.00 per hour.

How we work:
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