Manufacturing Support Associate

*Please note this is a 1st shift role, hours are Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm with occasional Saturdays as needed*
The Manufacturing Support Associate I is responsible for issuing and de-issuing materials to production, supporting Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery of components, and completing non-value-add tasks that enable production teams to focus on core responsibilities. This role plays a key part in ensuring material readiness, production line support, and work area organization. A forklift license is required.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Issue and de-issue materials in ERP systems for production orders
• Deliver components and supplies to production areas as needed
• Replenish PPE and consumables at point-of-use stations
• Remove waste and empty bins from production work cells
• Close completed production jobs in the ERP system under guidance
• Track and communicate material shortages or delays to the Materials Team Lead
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in production staging areas
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently
• Perform basic data entry and labeling tasks for job kits or materials
• Assist with Bin Audits for production operations bins
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Understands the flow of material to and from production
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
• Comfortable using barcode scanners and basic computer tools
• Good verbal communication skills and reliability under time pressure
• Previous experience with Lean/Six Sigma, or the Toyota Method a plus
• Comfortable working with and understanding ERP data E.g. BOMs, Pick lists, Yield Numbers

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in warehouse, production support, and materials handling preferred
• Forklift certification required

Working Conditions:

• Frequent lifting, bending, walking, and moving materials 
• Must be able to work in cold storage environments (average 40°F, occasionally -4°F) 
• May involve working around powered equipment and production machinery 
 Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned