Material Handler II

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Scope of Position

This detail-oriented Material Handler II plays a critical role in supporting plant operations by receiving, storing, counting, issuing, and transacting equipment, materials, products, supplies, tools, and inventories.

This position reports to the Distribution Operations Supervisor. This role is onsite and is based in our Sparks, NV location.

First Shift Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. 2:30 p.m. (over time as needed on front end of shift).

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and issue materials, equipment, and supplies.

• Operate multiple types of material handling equipment, including fork trucks, reach trucks, and picker trucks.

• Pick items according to established procedures and package and ship materials.

• Use scanners for inventory transactions and perform cycle counts.

• Conduct physical and scale counting to ensure accurate inventory levels.

• Complete system transactions and procedures to maintain inventory records.

• Ensure a flow of materials throughout the supply chain to support operations.

• Perform physical inventories and assist with other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in materials handling or warehouse operations.

• Proficient math skills and basic computer skills for performing inventory transactions.

• Ability to read, write and understand English

• Physical capability to occasionally stand, sit, use hands to handle, feel, and lift/move up to 50 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to pass a pre-hire drug test, including for marijuana.

• Ensure company policies are followed

• Enforce company safety policies

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

General Applicable Company Competencies 

• Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. 

• Punctuality and dependability. 

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. 

• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. 

• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. 

• Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.  

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a Distribution Center facility. You will be required to work at the Company’s Sparks location in Nevada. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.

• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

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Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.