Logistics Technician - Fives : Job Details

Fives Group is seeking a Logistics Technician to join our team in Fond du Lac, WI. About Fives Group Fives Group, headquartered in Paris, France, is an industrial engineering group founded in 1812 that designs and supplies machines, process equipment and production lines for the world's largest industrial groups including the aluminum, steel, tube and pipe, glass, automotive, aerospace, logistics, cement, and energy sectors. In 2018, Fives achieved sales of $2 billion with a team of close to 8,500 employees and a network of over 100 operational units in over 25 countries. Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Receiving, storing, and picking parts for internal and external customers
• Monthly cycle counting of inventory
• Racking of bin stock parts for internal and external customers
• Safe handling and protection of parts to assure no damage
• Box/package individual parts in support of OEM and Aftermarket work
• Withdraw parts from stock, organize and deliver to shop floor in support of machine build cycles and/or aftermarket work
• Inspect packaging as it is received from vendors to assess damage and notify supervisor as needed
• Ability to work with shipping companies and freight forwarders in support of receipts and shipments including proper paperwork and regulatory policy requirements.
• Assist with boxing of hardware and bills of lading for machine shipments
• Perform duties as crane operator and hookup in the plant. From a variety of slings and cables, select and attach proper one to be used in lifting and transporting material.
• Attach sling, rope, magnet, chain or other hooking device to part or parts to be lifted onto machine tool or in the assembly or disassembly of a machine. This requires extensive cross knowledge of both current and legacy product lines. Parts vary in size, form and weight, with many requiring delicate handling (i.e. runway, saddle supports, rails, headstocks, saddles, table and saddle assemblies, rotary tables, etc.) Proper placement of sling or hooking device is important to obtain proper balance in order to prevent tipping, tilting, or swinging.
• Inspects and documents on crane safety check sheets in every area before using. Alerts Maintenance or Safety department with any concerns.
• Operate overhead bridge crane with remote control to lift, transport, and accurately position parts, equipment, or assembled material. Must know limitation and potential of crane and hooking devices. Lift, transport, turn, and position parts or containers as required. Responsible for hookup, transportation, and placement of parts.
• Determine proper placing of skids in storage and stacking when setting parts down. Protect all finished surfaces from chains, scratching, bumping, denting, or chipping.
• Operate trucks as required to transport material within the company. Clear all obstacles when moving loads and sound warning bell should personnel be in the path of the load. Detect and report faulty equipment and material.
• Responsible to prepare parts for shipment. This includes but is not limited to spraying parts with rust preventative and protecting parts using skids and boxes
• Due to company needs, Technician may be required to come during off shifts to provide support for the needs of departments.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area
• Ability to represent the business in a positive manor with suppliers and customers
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• ISO 9001 &14001 awareness and compliance

• 1st shift; Contract Position
• High school diploma or GED; 2-4 years experience required
• Forklift certification
• Overhead crane certification
• Maintain administrative records
• Ability to read and interpret packing slips and parts lists
• Familiar with electronic business systems (SAP, HK, etc.)
• Basic Microsoft Word skills required. Microsoft Excel a plus
• Strong communication skills - both written and verbal
• Creative problem solving skills
• Strong, self-directed, independent work ethic
• Ability to work off shift as required
• Ability and willingness to mentor/instruct employees on proper part handling with an emphasis on safety
• Ability to interpret supervisor's priorities to get jobs done on time and make recommended changes to schedule if required
• Ability to interface with multiple areas on the shop floor without supervisor assistance