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Material Specialist

Trident Maritime Systems-Heavy Equipment Group
United States, Michigan, Iron River
Apr 27, 2025
Based in the beautiful Northwoods of Upper Michigan in Iron River, Trident Maritime Systems-Heavy Equipment Group offers excellent compensation, flexible working hours, a family-oriented culture and a generous benefits package. Trident is a growing manufacturer and a leader in the marine, defense, and mining industries for over 160 years. Work where you play and apply to join our winning team! JOB TITLE: Material Specialist PLANT/DEPARTMENT: Shipping/Receiving/Materials DIRECTED BY: Team Lead IMPORTANT WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Production floor, Inventory Specialist, Purchasing department, Quality department, and Aftermarket Sales, manufacturing engineering. DIRECTS: None PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: Meets and demonstrates safety in the workplace. Proficient execution of all Shipping and Receiving operations with no guidance. Provide training for all levels of personnel in department. Offer daily guidance in department to prioritize safety, quality, schedule, and cost. Demonstrate the ability to meet routed hours with acceptable quality. MAJOR DUTIES: Safe operations of all forklifts available at facility Crane operation and rigging Material movement between all inside and outside operations Kitting of jobs per instructions Inventory transactions using a computer and scanner device Packaging of outgoing shipments Ensure material preservations and proper identification Unload/load delivery trucks Generating and Processing of paperwork for all incoming and outgoing shipments Communicate with internal and external stakeholders Be able to guide and assist entry level Shipping/Receiving personnel Ability to reconcile and correct inventory counts in ERP System Provide trouble shooting assistance to personnel in department Schedule shipment with appropriate carrier Other duties as assigned EXPERIENCE PREFERRED/SPECIAL NOTES: Basic understanding of supply chain Basic blueprint reading, basic math, and use of measuring devices Basic computer usage including typing, Windows navigating, and Microsoft Office Experience with ERP System PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs. Long periods of standing, bending, and crouching Use of ladders to reach shelves and trays Perform duties outside for long periods of time