Material Handler I (Alliance Location)
About The Position
As a Material Handler I, you will be responsible for receiving, inspecting, unloading, and storing raw and finished goods material within the Business Unit. This role involves safely moving materials between locations using overhead cranes, combi forklifts, or other lifting equipment, ensuring workstations are adequately supplied. You will also maintain the cleanliness and organization of work areas, assist with inventory management, and safely load transportation trucks. The position requires cross-training in other business areas, interaction with various departments and truck drivers, and adherence to safety protocols, including reporting near misses and incidents. Continuous training is mandatory, and you will be responsible for training new hires. This is a fast-paced role that requires independent work, diligence, and a strong commitment to safety. Work is reviewed by a supervisor or senior worker for quality and accuracy. As a faith-based organization, we expect all associates to embrace and model our core values.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- Ability to safely demonstrate material handling with tow motors and overhead cranes.
- Ability to read and understand both metric and standard tape measures.
- Perform basic arithmetic operations.
- Must be able to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Be a driven team player who takes initiative to learn and grow.
- Regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques, assistance from another employee, or other available resources.
- Ability to take stairs.
- Work around constantly moving machinery.
- Be exposed to weather elements.
- Must use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Strict adherence to safety rules and standards.
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of prior material handling experience with a steel or aluminum manufacturer are preferred.
- Jib crane and Gantry crane experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Safely move materials from one location to another using overhead cranes, combi forklifts, or other lifting equipment.
- Ensure that bar lines and workstations are consistently supplied with the necessary materials.
- Keep personal and common work areas clean, organized, and neatly stacked.
- Dispose of scrap materials as necessary.
- Receive, inspect, and unload deliveries of all supplies and raw materials.
- Accurately complete all receiving transactions and interact with the ERP system.
- Organize and maintain raw material storage, processed bars, racks, panels, and other inventory items.
- Stage material as needed in work centers and place finished material in proper inventory locations.
- Replenish stock materials throughout the workday as needed.
- Safely load transportation trucks and prepare products for shipment on flatbed trailers or into dry vans.
- Perform basic shipping functions including identifying, labeling, bundling, and organizing orders for shipment with zero defects.
- Recognize and report all quality issues, near misses, and incidents immediately.
- Comply with all operating procedures, instructions, and safety rules.
- Participate in continuous training and train new hires.
- Assist with periodic cycle counts and perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
- Effectively communicate and work well with others, including during shift changes.
- Interact with other business units and truck drivers as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
