Item Specialist

Job Description:

Item Specialists 1st shift Monday- Friday 7:00 AM-3:00 PM

The Item Specialist is a multi-discipline role which can flex from a production function to a quality support function. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with changing priorities, working within evolving processes, and contributing to their improvement. Attention to detail, a cooperative nature, and a flexible mindset are key behaviors for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Testing and repackaging of products
• Operate basic quality measurement equipment
• Data logging and sample collection for production or quality purposes
• Maintain quality alert list
• Collection, verification, and shipment of quality samples
• Auditing of dispositions and internal processes
  • Reporting out on findings and following up with corrective actions
• Utilize warehouse management software and scanners to move, receive, and verify inventory.
• Works closely with our quality team when non-conforming material is discovered in the DC 
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Team player, committed to cross functional collaboration
• Additional responsibilities as requested

Physical Demands

• Repetitive motion
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED Equivalent 
• Basic knowledge of WMS systems
• Proven ability to use problem solving techniques to troubleshoot issues 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office (primarily Word and Excel) 
• Ability to perform work per instructions in a timely manner and with limited supervision
• Able to react to change effectively, handle other tasks and shifts as assigned
• Computer experience required

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.