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Lansing, Michigan, United States
Onsite
The Material Handler I is responsible for executing daily warehouse operations safely, accurately, and efficiently while supporting production, inventory accuracy, and material flow within SAP S/4HANA EWM. This position performs material movements using RF devices, follows FIFO/FEFO inventory practices, and maintains compliance with Neogen quality and safety standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Departmental Process Execution: Fully understand and execute all departmental processes and standard operating procedures.
Material Movement: Receive product into Q-bin locations; remove stock from Q bins while verifying the 5Vs; move material physically and systematically using RF scanners; maintain focus on inventory accuracy, consolidation, space management, production support, and replenishment; ensure every movement is recorded to prevent inventory discrepancies.
Picking & Supply Fulfillment: Pick materials for production using FIFO/FEFO principles; verify the correct Item Number, Batch Number, and Quantity before every pick; maintain focus on delivering the correct item and quantity.
Special Handling: Identify, segregate, and document damaged, expired, scrap, or non-conforming materials; verify Scrap/NCC documentation while maintaining compliance and traceability.
Daily Warehouse Expectations: Use RF scanners for all inventory movements; complete PIT equipment inspection checklists; maintain clean, organized, and safe storage locations; follow all PPE requirements; communicate inventory discrepancies to leadership promptly.
Safety Fundamentals: Operate powered industrial trucks safely while maintaining a minimum 10-foot distance from pedestrians; keep travel paths clear; remain vigilant of surroundings; use required PPE at all times; report hazards and near misses immediately through leadership and Velocity.
Skills and Competencies - Required
0–2 years of warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics experience preferred.
Ability to learn SAP S/4HANA EWM and RF scanner transactions.
Basic understanding of FIFO/FEFO inventory practices.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
Ability to safely operate or become certified on powered industrial trucks.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Key Competencies
Safety First
Attention to Detail
Accountability
Teamwork
Quality Focus
Process Compliance
Continuous Learning
KPIs & Success Metrics
Inventory Accuracy
Picking Accuracy
SAP/RF Transaction Compliance
Safety Compliance
FIFO/FEFO Compliance
Productivity
Attendance and Reliability
Why Neogen
At Neogen we believe that taking care of our employees allows them to do their best work. When you join our team, you'll enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
Benefits include:
Benefits starting on Day One – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on your first day of employment.
401(k) with company match – Invest in your future with retirement savings and company contributions.
Paid Time Off (PTO) – Enjoy generous paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and spend time with those who matter most.
Career Growth Opportunities – We are committed to promoting from within and providing the tools, training, and support to help you grow your career.
Meaningful Work – Be part of a team whose work has a real impact on our customers, communities, and the world around us.
Collaborative Culture – Join a team that values innovation, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Come build your future with us while making a difference every day.
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WHO IS NEOGEN:
From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world’s best-known food companies. Neogen’s solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers’ operations – and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!
Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust – the principles which guide our everyday decision—making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
