Material Handler I

Panasonic•Sparks, NV

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler, under broad supervision, expedites the movement of raw materials between production areas while safely operates appropriate equipment such as forklifts, manual pallet jacks, and ride-on pallet jacks. The Handler prepares and coordinates schedules for pulling and delivering materials to control the flow of goods and regulate production floor space. Trouble shooting skills related to equipment and material issues are necessary to complete daily tasks.

Requirements

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a warehouse/manufacturing environment, automation, or assembly is preferred
Must have a safety conscientious attitude
Able to use a manual pallet jack, motorized pallet jack or lift truck
Familiarity with MES, LOTO, FIFO, Lot numbers
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and accurate counting of raw materials and product in an active environment
Familiar with computer terminals, Operator Interface Terminal, touch screens, RF scanners

Responsibilities

Perform daily operational checks on mobile equipment (condition of the forks, lift mechanisms, brakes, wheels, control handles for wear and tear, fluid leaks, damage, etc.) Recording and inspection on equipment including, cleaning, checking, and adding fluids as needed
Receipt and transport of raw materials using mobile equipment of various types (manual pallet jacks, ride-on pallet jacks, lift trucks, etc.)
Movement and transportation of in process product throughout the production area
Ability to accurately recognize and distinguish between part numbers and lot numbers of greater than 10 characters
Problem solving trouble shooting skills related to equipment and material issues
Communicate with co-workers the status of the current material or product at hand, damaged packaging, verbally either directly or through a two-way radio
Provide appropriate documentation i.e. delivery orders, lot tracking sheets, quality deviation sheets, quality specifications and attributes, to downstream customer
Must adhere to company rules and policy
Must be able to work in a team environment
Must be willing to perform duties at a higher or lower level as assigned