Job Description

Material Stager (Manufacturing)

The Material Stager supports manufacturing operations by ensuring the right materials are delivered to production lines at the right time to maintain continuous workflow. This role partners closely with Production Supervisors and operators to minimize downtime, maintain a clean/organized environment, and prepare upcoming shifts for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Stage raw materials, components, and packaging to assigned production lines based on schedule and priority
• Monitor production needs and proactively replenish materials to prevent line interruptions
• Prepare upcoming shifts by ensuring a minimum of 2+ hours of runtime inventory is staged and ready
• Remove scrap, recyclables, and waste; replace containers and maintain proper labeling
• Return unused materials to designated storage areas and maintain accurate organization
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment aligned with 5S standards
• Identify and eliminate safety risks (e.g., loose banding, clutter, blocked walkways)
• Support material movement using pallet jacks, forklifts, or other handling equipment
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, SMED, Preventive Maintenance, GMP)
• Collaborate with production teams and communicate schedule changes or material constraints in real time
• Perform additional production or logistics-related duties as assigned

Key Performance Expectations (What Success Looks Like)

• Zero material-related production downtime attributable to staging gaps
• 100% on-time material staging aligned to production schedule
• Maintain clean, hazard-free workspaces (5S audit readiness)
• Accurate material flow (no misplaced or unaccounted materials)
• Effective shift handoff with full readiness for incoming team

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read work orders, schedules, and production instructions
• Strong organization and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Effective communication across production and leadership teams
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment
• 1+ year experience operating forklifts or material handling equipment
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing or 5S practices

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels (PPE required)
• Frequent lifting (10–50 lbs; team lift over 50 lbs)
• Repetitive lifting of 25–35 lbs
• Movement of heavy materials using equipment:
  • Rolls: 400–1000 lbs (rolled on diameter)
  • Skids: up to 2,500 lbs via pallet jack or forklift
• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and material handling

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Omnicell will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.