Lead Material Handler

The Lead Material Handler will be responsible for ensuring efficient movement, storage, and distribution of materials. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong organization and leadership skills to oversee a team of material handlers and ensure smooth warehouse operations.

Company Introduction

Amphenol Industrial Operations, headquartered in Endicott, New York with global manufacturing, sales and marketing locations, specializes in delivering a comprehensive range of high-reliability power and signal connectors along with interconnection systems designed specifically for industrial applications. Our solutions cater to diverse industrial sectors such as alternative energy, power generation and storage, rail and mass transit, process control, automotive manufacturing, heavy equipment, wireless base stations, and petrochemical industries.

Our product portfolio encompasses power interconnects utilizing RADSOK® contact technology, ruggedized military derivative commercial cylindrical connectors such as AC Threaded (SAE AS50151 style), PT (MIL-DTL-26482 style) and GT reverse bayonet style, assemblies and harnesses using these and other industry standard interconnect. With a dedicated team of over 900 skilled professionals and certifications including ISO9001 and IATF 16949, Amphenol Industrial Operations consistently meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

Amphenol Industrial Operations proudly operates as a division of Amphenol Corporation, headquartered in Wallingford, Connecticut.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of material handlers, providing guidance and training
• Coordinate daily activities and assign tasks
• Oversee the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials and ensure accuracy
• Conduct regular stock checks
• Oversee the operation of material handling equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks
• Collaborate with other departments as needed to improve warehouse efficiency
• Promote a safe work environment

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid certification for operating a standup forklift or successfully complete company provided training with the designated timeframe.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a material handling role with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy materials up to 50lbs and stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking and reporting

Knowledge/Skills

• Good problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• excellent communication skills, both written and verbal