Material Handler - 1st Shift

BASIC DESCRIPTION: Miller Electric is looking for a collaborative team player who can effectively work with others towards common goals. As a key member of our Wisconsin Distribution Center, this individual will primarily focus on the shipping and receiving operations for Miller and Hobart products. This role is subject to overtime hours as needed.

What you’ll do: Load/unload trucks Receive purchase orders into the system Process Returns and work with our customer service team to resolve customer exceptions Cycle counting Cross train with Central receiving and intra-inbound and outbound of the distribution center, which includes creating Bills of lading, email and answering phone / voice messages. Communicate with external carriers and internal business units Monitor inventory levels inbound to facilitate outbound weight allowances What you’ll need: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent Ability to multitask- prioritize demand / need with more than one task pending Comfortable with computers / General computer knowledge (Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook (email), & Excel) Legible writing and clear oral communication skills required Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Dexterity to sit on lift truck up to 10 hours per day Willingness to work overtime to satisfy production demand Experience operating equipment in a narrow isle environment Understanding of a clean work environment and how to maintain it Ability to work in a team environment Company Description   Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories.  ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns.    Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by  Illinois Tool Works  (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.  The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Why ITW Welding?    Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want:  Generous Retirement Benefits –   401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.  Paid Time Off –   11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters.  Company-Paid Insurance –   Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.  Family-Friendly Benefits –   4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.

Assistance –   tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.     At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference!  ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.  As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment