Material Handler I

Novolex • Hazle Township, PA

5d • $21

About The Position

Supply all necessary materials to the production department as required to maintain an efficient department. Remove boxed finished product from conveyor for placement in staging areas prior to loading on the Shuttle trucks to Mountain Top.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Able to effectively communicate. Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Forklift certification.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must understand Warehouse Management Systems and processes.
• Must be able to: Work 12-hour shifts, standing and walking for extended periods.
• Climb approved ladders and movable steps.
• Heed safety warnings, devices, and alarms.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs, with occasional lifts up to 65 lbs (two-person or mechanical assist required above 65 lbs).
• Possess adequate problem-solving ability and determine cause-and-effect relationships in office or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Supply cartons and bags to the Production.
• Move boxes of finished product from conveyor to trailers or other staging areas.
• Remove unused and scrap packaging materials from the line and transport them to the Middle warehouse for storage or recycling
• Perform daily housekeeping requirements in areas of responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned by shift Team Leader.
• Safely operate the Dock doors, Dock plates and Dock door indicator lights.
• Properly maintain documentation and inventory recall.
• Remove all dumpsters from the entire plant and empty into the trash compactor
• Operate and maintain the Carton sealers, tapers, and the stretch wrappers.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately control inventory throughout the entire process.
• Other duties as necessary

Benefits

• With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
• At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
• We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED