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Requisition ID: 27577 Spartan Emergency Response (Spartan ER) is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of custom emergency response vehicles, cabs, and chassis. Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, Spartan and its portfolio of brands Spartan Fire Apparatus and Chassis, Smeal Fire Apparatus, and Ladder Tower (LT) offer a broad range of apparatus to meet specific requirements and demands of the fire service industry. Spartan has a rich history in fire apparatus manufacturing with over 250 years of combined experience. Spartan Emergency Response is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

The Material Distribution position is responsible for receiving, distributing, and stocking incoming materials, as well as ensuring all necessary parts are available, at the appropriate time and location, for assembly line work to be completed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read and follow all processes pertaining to part replenishment, as required by a particular area
• Review production (WIP) inventory levels and identify shortages and/or overages based on requirements. Requisition or return materials from/to warehouse, as required
• Accurately maintain and control replenishing of assembly line materials through simulations, min/max, putaways, ordering, and pulling kits based on sales orders and production schedule
• Organize bins and work centers efficiently (sticker placement, consistent labeling, bin size and utilization of floor space)
• Initiate stock transfers to maintain record accuracy
• Apply damaged parts procedure, as needed
• Relieve inventory levels using mass issue screens (assigning part to sales order number)
• Prepare for and participate in physical inventory
• Utilize advanced planning tools to facilitate "specialty chassis" material requisitions
• Diagnose transaction errors
• Apply non-usable inventory tag procedure
• Process all inbound and outbound shipments including sorting, logging, delivering, packing, shipping, etcetera
• Audit each shipment prior to packing to ensure the goods match the order along with packing and labeling product based on established standards
• Prepare shipping and receiving documentation and maintain orderly files of all documentation
• Inspect all incoming freight for damage; follow-up with supervisor / Assistant Planner to resolve any damaged freight issues
• Efficiently put away material in warehouse location using adequate space, consolidation, and inventory accuracy
• Pick and deliver parts in a timely, efficient, and appropriately packaged manner
• Responsible for maintaining inventory record accuracy through correct stock transfers and weekly cycle counts

• Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Performs all required administrative tasks including preparing required reports and communication
• Maintain a valid fork truck/stand up license - including completion of daily maintenance log and proper maintenance of equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Team oriented
• Must be familiar with receiving, shipping, and warehouse practices and handling methods
• Possess a valid fork truck/stand up license
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of AS/400 and Bar Code scanner systems for inventory control applications, are required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Be willing to learn and rotate within all areas and plants
• Able to:
  • Embrace change
  • Lift and move 40 pounds without assistance
  • Climb a mobile stair ladder to a height of at least 20 feet
  • Work overtime on short notice

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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