Materials Associate I

Who we are

In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products : we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing.

To enable a life without limitations, through our core business brands Advanced Bionics, Audiological Care, Phonak, Sennheiser (under license) and Unitron we develop, manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry.

Aurora, IL

Materials Associate I

The Materials Associate I will perform materials / logistics related functions in order to support the manufacturing and distribution of Hearing Aids, FM Systems and Accessories.

Responsibilities :

• May perform any or all of the following functions Order fulfillment (Packing, Picking) Value Added Assembly (RIC, Battery Label, BTE Recasing) Invoicing Driver
• Visual inspects product, identifies defects / rejects and escalates as required
• Active participation in quality improvement processes
• Initiates process improvements and motivates peers to achieve team goals
• Meets established individual and team goals
• Maintains workstation in a clean, safe and orderly manner
• Flex to various positions as business needs require

More about you :

• 1-3 years of experience in inventory management, logistics and / or receiving
• HS diploma, GED or equivalent
• Strong Knowledge of inventory management concepts
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Open to flex / change job assignments
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent manual dexterity, use small hand tools and light bench equipment
• Able to read small font, follow and understand work instructions
• Ability to use both hands to perform tasks such as moving material, product, and equipment
• Demonstrated understanding and handling of material in accordance with established safety procedures
• Able to use a computer, train others and use problem solving techniques
• Ability to count, verify and audit inventory locations
• Valid Il Drivers License
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Stand for 8 hours a day
• Walk for 8 hours a day
• Lift weight of up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive motions using both hands

A minimum of 200Mb / sec download and 10Mb / sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote / hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Don't meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!

What we offer :

• Medical, dental and vision coverage*
• Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending / Dependent Care Accounts
• TeleHealth options
• 401k plan with company match*
• Company paid life / ad&d insurance Additional supplemental life / ad&d coverage available
• Company paid Short / Long-Term Disability coverage (STD / LTD) STD LTD Buy-ups available
• Accident / Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Legal / ID Theft Assistance
• PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Employee Assistance Program (24 / 7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
• Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hearing aid discount for employees and family
• Internal social recognition platform
• D&I focused : D&I council and employee resource groups
• Plan rules / offerings dependent upon group Company / location.

How we work :

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration.

Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management.

We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.