Material Handler I (Alliance Location)

Ohio Gratings•Alliance, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Receive, inspect, unload, and store raw and finished goods material within the Business Unit. Safely move materials from one location to another, ensuring bar lines and workstations are supplied with materials via overhead cranes, combi forklifts, or other lifting equipment. Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas, keeping materials neatly stacked. Material Handlers will be cross-trained in other business areas, interact with other business units and truck drivers, and load transportation trucks safely. Report any near misses or incidents immediately and be subject to post-accident/post-incident drug testing. Continuous training is required, and Material Handlers are also responsible for training new hires. Work is fast-paced, requiring individuals to work independently, diligently, and safely. Work is reviewed by a supervisor or senior worker to ensure quality and accuracy. As a faith-based organization rooted in biblical principles, we strive to reflect these values in our work, relationships, and decision-making. We expect all associates to learn, embrace, and actively model our core values through their actions, choices, and collaboration with others. This commitment is essential to sustaining our culture and achieving shared success. This job description does not describe all activities, duties, responsibilities, or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job. Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time with or without notice.

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.

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.
Be subject to post-accident/post-incident drug testing.
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.