Material Handler I

MITER Brands • Sacramento, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler I performs departmental activities according to standard operating procedures, receiving and handling materials and supplying production and other departments. The role includes inventory support, waste removal, delivery of non-inventory items, and processing defective or discrepant materials. Employees follow safety policies, use required personal protective equipment, and reflect Milgard’s business values and philosophy in their work. The stated duties describe the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive.

The position is located in Sacramento, California, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Mandatory overtime may be required as business needs dictate, including some weekends. Work takes place in a warehouse-type facility under normal environmental temperature conditions. Employees stand while working, potentially for up to 12 hours per day, primarily on concrete surfaces; anti-fatigue mats are provided where feasible. Hearing protection and safety glasses are required, and additional safety equipment is provided based on the specific job.

Compensation is $24.50 per hour. MITER Brands describes benefits including medical plan options, prescription coverage, dental and vision insurance, virtual healthcare, an Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, legal insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and a team member discount program.

Milgard is an at-will and equal opportunity employer. The company does not offer employer sponsorship; candidates must provide accurate information about their U.S. work authorization and any current or future sponsorship needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift certification, or ability to obtain certification.
• Ability to compute basic math problems, including fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Good hand-eye coordination and ability to discern colors.
• Ability to work in and promote a team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive motions, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Hand dexterity and strength.

Nice To Haves

• Previous material receiving or handling experience is preferred.
• Glass handling experience and/or glass knowledge is a plus when receiving glass.

Responsibilities

• Perform departmental activities according to standard operating procedures.
• Unload trucks and place materials in the staging area.
• Receive raw materials, verify them against packing slips, and label them accurately.
• Supply materials to the production line and other departments as needed or requested.
• Assist with preparation for and completion of cycle counts and physical inventory.
• Keep parts in the area of responsibility adequately stocked and notify a supervisor or the Purchasing Department when materials or supplies are running low.
• Remove waste from production lines, then weigh and record it.
• Deliver non-inventory items throughout the organization.
• Process defective or discrepant material.
• Use personal protective equipment properly and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Create and execute MPS plans, meet MPS commitments, and work within MPS guidelines.
• Incorporate Milgard’s vision and values into daily activities and interactions, and help guide and motivate others to remain committed to the Milgard philosophy.

Benefits

• Three comprehensive medical plan options and prescription drug coverage.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Annual Wellness Clinic.
• Company-paid life insurance and voluntary life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Supplemental hospital indemnity insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Legal insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Pet insurance.
• Team Member Discount Program.

What This Job Offers

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