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About the Role

Performs duties involving the shipping & receiving of product by accurately picking, packing & processing customer orders in a timely manner .

Responsibilities

• Receive all in-bound product
• Put-away product into appropriate locations
• Operate equipment, including reach truck, order picker, speed cart, and dock trucks
• Operate radio frequency units (RF’s)
• Count and multiply product accurately
• Physically move product – repeated heavy (up to 50lbs) lifting is sometimes required
• Work in team environment
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Previous warehouse work including picking and packing product preferred
• Basic computer proficiency

Physical demands and work environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds, occasionally required to assist in dual lifts of up to 150 pounds with another employee.
• The employee will commonly lift and/or carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds.
• The employee will be frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle product, reach with hands and arms, frequently be required to sit and stoop.
• Rarely will the employee be required to climb.
• The employee will frequently be required to talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee will occasionally be required to operate equipment from heights of up to 25ft.

Work environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to heat, humidity, cold temperatures and dust.
• The employee will frequently work on or around moving equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.
• The employee will frequently work with deadlines under pressure and will occasionally be required to work alone.

Additional comments

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Sr. Engineer - Material Flow

Minimum 5 Years experience as a Material Flow Engineer

Venteon is currently seeking an experienced Engineer to fill an opening with a manufacturing company located in Warsaw, Indiana. The ideal candidates should have a strong understanding of the logistics and material flow within a plant, and have experience with the analysis and planning of material flows.

Requirements of the Material Flow Engineer

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Master’s degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in Materials Flow, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Proven experience managing material handling equipment from concept to operations.
• Experience with fork-free strategies, AGVs / AGCs, including kitting / sequencing cells and lean lineside presentation.
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and material tracking technologies.
• Familiarity with Packaging Engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities of the Material Flow Engineer

• Design and optimize material flow from warehouse to point-of-use using lean manufacturing principles.
• Implement lineside material replenishment systems (e.g., eKanban) to automate material calls and improve delivery efficiency.
• Develop and maintain layouts for material handling systems, maximizing warehouse and production floor space.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Logistics, IT, Quality, Purchasing, Suppliers) to align material flow with production schedules.
• Lead implementation of pull systems with balanced stock levels at each point of use.
• Manage and maintain the Plan for Every Part (PFEP), analyzing volumes, packaging, transportation, and delivery methods.
• Conduct static and dynamic simulations to identify and mitigate congestion and part shortages.
• Oversee material handling equipment from concept through procurement and operational deployment (e.g., forklifts, tuggers, AGVs / AGCs, carts, racks, low-cost automation).
• Research and evaluate new technologies in material handling and warehouse optimization; develop ROI-based business cases.

If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to submit your resume in Microsoft Word format to

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.
At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis US Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a material handling based in Londonderry.

As a Material Handler, you are a vital part vital part of our team! In this position, you will be responsible for receiving raw materials, supplying production with raw materials, performing cycle counts, maintaining orderly warehouse and operating power industrial equipment (training provided).

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality, as applicable and defined in plant and department procedures.
• Stage or deliver raw materials needed for all production lines on a daily basis including cups, lids, fruit, and cardboard.
• Work with other Material Handlers and filler operators to ensure materials needed are staged in a timely fashion.
• Receive in-coming raw materials and supplies.
• Use handheld device receive and transfer inventory items in and out of warehouse stock.
• Facilitate raw material cycle counts and assist in reconciling inventory to aid Procurement in the release of purchase orders.
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of all dry goods warehouse.
• Check for shortages and reject damaged goods on incoming freight deliveries.
• Build various raw material orders to be shipped to co-packers.
• Keep recycling area presentable at all times and accurately complete the proper waste tracking forms.
• Unload collected recyclable material into balers and other dedicated recycling bins.
• Maintain records and documents as necessary.
• Receive plant chemicals and transfer them into secondary storage containers.
• Prepare collection bins as needed. Operate the bin washer if necessary.
• Create bales of plastic & cardboard from the vertical balers, and manually bale rebox cardboard.
• Operate power industrial equipment such as forklifts, tuggers, crane, balers, compactor and bin washer in a safe manner at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Yes - you read that right! Our two week rotation in Production allows our team members to have every other Friday, Saturday, Sunday off!

We run 12 hour shifts - Week 1: 48 Hours, Week 2: 36 hours

6:30p - 6:30a

• Week 1: Sat - On, Sun - On, Mon - Off, Tues - Off, Wed - On Thurs - On, Fri - Off
• Week 2: Sat - Off, Sun - Off, Mon - On, Tues - On, Wed - Off, Thurs - Off, Fri - On

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years prior experience in material handling or warehouse environment preferred.
• Prior use of powered industrial equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks and high lifts recommended, but not required
• Strong organizational and math skills.
• Experience using warehouse management systems and RF handheld technology.
• Ability to flex schedule and work overtime as business needs.
• Ability to manage time, work in a fast paced environment and communicate concerns in a timely manner.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints.
• Ability to operate in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt in a changing work environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires the ability to consistently stand.
• Requires the ability to sit occasionally.
• Requires the ability to consistently walk.
• Requires the use of hands/fingers to handle or feel is consistent.
• The ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The ability to occasionally operate powered equipment.
• Requires the ability to lift and/or carry weight up to 50 pounds.
• The ability to push/pull weight up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in this work environment is occasionally high.
• The position experiences interruptions during the day consistently.
• The requirement to work overtime in this environment is occasional.
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety shoes, hair nets, safety vests and bump caps is (choose one) consistently.
• Ability work in an open and collaborative environment with no private offices is consistent.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

Salary Range: 65k-95k

Title: Materials Management Specialist/Senior Materials Management Specialist

Location: Woburn, MA (on-site 5 days per week)

Vaxess is developing a pipeline of next-generation therapeutics on our novel micro-array patch platform. With only five minutes of wear-time on the skin, the Vaxess’ patch combines room temperature stability with simplified application to dramatically alter the way that drugs are delivered. Vaxess is committed to enabling products that are not only more effective, but also more accessible to patients around the world.

The Role: 

Works under the operations team and in coordination with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to oversee the entire flow of materials, from procurement and inventory control to receipt to storage and distribution. Ensure all materials meet defined specifications and are available for intended use and quantities to support user needs. Provide continuous improvement efforts in purchasing, planning, and warehousing. Key responsibilities include strategic sourcing, inventory optimization, demand forecasting, supplier negotiation, and managing logistics for clinical distribution while reducing waste and costs.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop material strategies, forecasts demand, plans production and inspection schedules, and aligns material flow with business goals.
• Maintains optimal inventory levels, conducts physical counts, investigates discrepancies, and implements lean manufacturing principles.
• Supervises purchasing, inventory, and warehouse activities in a manner consistent with cGMPs.
• Assists Quality Assurance to assign and document the status for all materials used in the development of Vaxess products.
• Implements initiatives to reduce waste, cost efficiencies, and improve financial performance.
• Sources, negotiates, and purchases goods and services, building strong supplier relationships and ensuring quality and reliability.

Qualifications: 

• 2 to 5 years in Material Management or Shipping and Receiving in the Pharmaceutical or Medical Device Industries working in a cGMP Environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory principles.
• Experience with ERP Systems/SAP preferred.
• Experience with standard cGMP storage requirements for Quarantine, Release and Rejected materials.
• Experience with the receipt, storage, distribution, and shipping of temperature-controlled materials.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (Logistics, Biomedical Engineering or Health Care Management and certifications (APICS, ISM) preferred.

At Vaxess, we’re bringing together exceptional talent to drive our product development forward. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a dynamic work environment. To apply, please submit your CV/resume to   

Materials Planner II

Broadband Telcom Power is an EV charging equipment manufacturing company focused on delivering reliable power solutions that support the future of electric mobility. We are seeking a Materials Planner II to support field service parts planning and new product material readiness. This role plays a key part in ensuring service material availability, inventory optimization, and strong customer support performance.

Job Summary

The Materials Planner II supports planning and purchasing activities for field service materials and new product introductions. This position partners closely with customer service, supply chain, and engineering teams to maintain inventory balance, support production demands, and proactively manage material risks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and purchase field service parts for key customers, partnering closely with customer service to minimize shortages while meeting service-level expectations

• Manage and balance Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), including monitoring demand trends, failure rates, recall events, and customer requests

• Ensure all part substitutions are properly communicated, documented, and approved by customers as required

• Review forecasts and develop long-term material planning strategies to support field service and production needs

• Drive purchasing activity to support demand for field service or production materials

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of raw materials and NPI finished goods through product development and release stages

• Track production volume and monitor customer demand patterns to proactively address supply risks

• Perform excess and obsolete (E&O) analysis, prepare inventory reports, and lead E&O review discussions with clear recommendations

• Manage inventory challenges including schedule changes, cancellations, and material constraints

• Prepare and publish cost estimates, inventory reports, and KPI updates

• Proactively escalate and resolve material challenges with internal teams and external customers while balancing service and business priorities

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization

• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment

• Self-motivated and able to work independently with clear goals and accountability

• Strong collaboration skills and experience working with cross-functional teams, including remote teams

• Demonstrated initiative and ability to drive resolution of material and inventory issues

Benefits

• Holiday Pay and Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Opportunity to grow and develop professionally

EEO Statement

Broadband Telcom Power provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Summary: The Senior Material Scheduler is responsible for planning and scheduling raw materials and packaging to support production operations. This role ensures material availability aligns with production schedules while optimizing inventory levels, minimizing shortages, and controlling costs. The Sr. Material Scheduler works cross-functionally with Procurement, Production Planning, Operations, and Suppliers to maintain efficient supply chain operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain material requirements plans (MRP) based on production forecasts and demand plans.
• Ensure timely procurement and availability of raw materials and packaging components.
• Monitor inventory levels and adjust schedules to prevent stockouts or excess inventory.
• Collaborate with Procurement to manage supplier performance, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Analyze demand variability and adjust material plans accordingly.
• Identify and resolve material shortages or supply chain disruptions.
• Coordinate with Production Planning to align material flow with manufacturing schedules.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in material planning, scheduling, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and data analysis capabilities.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and forecasting methods.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

At BakeMark we appreciate our employees and their families and offer a competitive pay and a full suite of benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (Comprehensive healthcare benefits package, with many coverage options at a very low employee cost)
• 401K (generous retirement benefits) with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off