Detector Electronics LLC is hiring: Materials Handler in Minneapolis

With approximately 1,400 employees operating in more than 20 countries, Spectrum Safety Solutions is a global leader in fire detection and suppression solutions for high-hazard applications across verticals such as critical infrastructure, oil and gas, marine and clean energy. Our global team leverages strong customer relationships across four recognized brands, Det-Tronics, Marioff, Autronica, and Fireye, to deliver differentiated lifecycle solutions and advance growth across key segments. Carved out from Carrier’s Fire & Security business in July 2024, Spectrum Safety Solutions is now a privately-held company under the ownership of Sentinel Capital Partners.

Det-Tronics:
We make the world a better place to live! At Spectrum’s Det-Tronics, we build and maintain comfortable, accessible, efficient, healthy, safe, secure, and sustainable environments. Det-Tronics is a $180M technologically innovative, projects-based global brand protecting customers in many challenging environments with high end flame and gas detection products and systems. Det-Tronics is a part of Spectrum Safety Solutions and has a global footprint with manufacturing sites in the U.S. and sales presence in all key geographies.

About This role:

Use your material flow skills to ensure customer orders are completed on time while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. You’ll be receiving and putting away material, pulling material for production, responsible for inventory control, continuous improvement activities, and shipping customer orders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work from work orders sheets, shipping pick lists, vendor pack slips, verbal and written instructions from supervisor
• Be prepared to walk around the warehouse to perform various tasks as assigned, including restocking, assisting with loading/unloading, or troubleshooting
• Comprehend and utilize HAZMAT shipment procedures
• Prepare all documentation needed for shipment
• Assist in training employees as directed
• Maintain security in warehouse and dock area
• Maintain necessary records
• Move materials as necessary in performance of duties
• Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to supervisor
• Maintain work area and equipment in clean, safe, and orderly conditions
• Conduct regular safety checks and maintain a clean work environment by walking through the warehouse to identify hazards or areas that need attention
• Move throughout the warehouse to inspect goods for damages or discrepancies and report any issues promptly
• Operate and maintain warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts, requiring regular movement across different areas
• Communicate and coordinate with team members across the warehouse floor (or 2nd building) to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflow
• Follow established company rules and regulations
• Maintain quality standards

Required Qualifications:

We are seeking a candidate who can maintain a high level of activity and stand for extended periods while working with a sense of urgency, prioritizing safety, and upholding quality standards. You will need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6+ months reading orders, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities in a Warehouse
• 1+ years of Warehouse Management Software or other computer applications
• Must be able to stand and remain active for up to 8 hours, frequently lift packages weighing up to 60 pounds, and operate manual material handling equipment as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in warehousing environment, preferably in manufacturing
• Experience with inventory control activities
• Experience in production facility