Material Handler en Renewaire

Description

Job Summary

As a Material Handler, you'll play a key role in keeping our warehouse and production operations running smoothly. You'll manage the flow of materials across shipping, receiving, and production areas—ensuring everything moves efficiently. This hands-on role includes inventory tasks, computer entry, and opportunities to suggest and support process improvements.

Who We Are

At RenewAire, we’ve been innovating energy recovery ventilation for over 40 years, improving indoor air quality while reducing energy costs. With a people-centric culture, we foster a fun, collaborative, and innovative environment where our team members are valued contributors to our mission. Based in Madison, WI, we’re proud to hold Green Globes, LEED Gold, and ENERGY STAR certifications, driving both sustainability and health.

What Material Handlers Do

*Essential Responsibilities*

· Move materials (sheet metal, parts, accessories) using company trucks between warehouses and suppliers

· Make miscellaneous deliveries and pickups, including painted units

· Organize and store materials; restock wire and manage overstock

· Label materials and storage areas

· Follow procedures for handling non-conforming parts

· Assist with cycle counts and special inventory counts

· Process and stage returns

· Stage materials for production as needed

· Load and unload trucks using a forklift

· Build crates with pneumatic stapler for outbound shipments

· Package items for shipment

· Inspect and count incoming materials

· Deliver received materials to staging areas

· Process vendor returns

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Who Material Handlers Are

· Applies strong math and analytical skills to solve problems and support accurate materials tracking.

· Communicates clearly and effectively to build strong working relationships across teams.

· Demonstrates keen attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.

· Thrives both independently and as part of a team to meet goals and deadlines.

· Maintains a strong commitment to safety, quality, and a clean, organized workspace.

· Performs well in fast-paced environments, adapting quickly to shifting priorities.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

· High School diploma or equivalent

· Valid driver’s license to drive RenewAire straight-truck and pick-up truck

· Forklift operation experience

· Ability to use Microsoft Office software preferred

· Experience in inventory control activities

· Basic computer skills 

· The ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

· Reliable transportation to maintain consistent attendance and punctuality

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Fine motor skills are required for a variety of functions, especially for wiring components and performing detailed assembly tasks. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. For items over 50 lbs., an assisted device or help from a coworker is used. A variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on the role and specific tasks, and is subject to change based on safety needs. RenewAire prioritizes physical safety for all employees and maintains a safety-first work environment. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to understand issues, problems, and opportunities and make timely, sound decisions. Take responsibility for decisions and understand the impact and implications of decisions and provide feedback as necessary. Communicate with other employees and customers, perform an assortment of administrative tasks, and have personal management skills. Possess advanced customer service skills, the ability to develop professional relationships with customers and employees. Demonstrate attention to detail and exert high effort and focus on very busy days. Must be able to make sound decisions and remain calm under high pressure situations. Must continually identify personal knowledge and perspective gaps and self-educate. 

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

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving subassembly parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. Work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment designed for employee comfort and safety. The facility is equipped with noise control measures, resulting in minimal distractions and a steady work atmosphere.

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.