Senior Material Handler

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. 
 

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.
 

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

Veeco’s Somerset, NJ location is looking for a Sr. Material Handler. This warehouse position involves the timely and accurate reporting of materials movements that transpire daily. This position may include the complete set of transaction activities: picking/staging for sales orders and service depot locations; picking components for production work orders; picking/staging materials for movement to Contract Manufacturers; Receiving Vendor Materials; Receiving Customer RMA returns / Vendor repair returns; issuing materials to Engineering to support Engineering projects or to replenish lab supplies. Pick, pack and ship material in a manner that is safe and accurate for transport both domestically and internationally. This role also includes involvement in both daily cycle counting and other periodic physical inventory activities.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Inventory and Warehouse policies and procedures currently in place (warehouse security, daily warehouse processing, and fiscal period cutoffs).
• Post inventory transactions daily into SAP in adherence to defined warehouse procedures and work instructions.
• Organize, pick, pack, ship and transport material.
• Work in concert with other Operations personnel to support the responsive environment required by Operations.
• Participate in Warehouse 5S – Workplace Organization initiative to drive towards a safer, cleaner and more-organized warehouse environment.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of material to allow time for accurate handling and assembly of material.
• Ensure all necessary information of documents are correct to avoid errors in material processing.
• Light assembly work as needed.
• Remain flexible and be available to shift into multiple areas of the operation for the purpose of providing support when business shift.
• Perform daily assigned cycle counts in support of maintaining a World Class Inventory percentage of 99.9%
• Operate machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand tools, vent hoods and wash sinks.
• Ensure safety is top priority.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• General housekeeping duties in the Warehouse area as assigned.

 Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED and at least 4 years of related experience.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be computer proficient, with prior experience in performing inventory transactions in a computer-based business system.
• Knowledge of inventory controls or related experience in a managed inventory environment required SAP.
• Detail orientated and ability to work efficiently and in an organized manner.

The expected salary range for this position is $43,455.00 – $55,029.70, plus bonus opportunity. When determining your pay, we will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to recruiting@veeco.com.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.