Material Handler

Amentum•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Material Handler supports the safe, efficient movement and flow of products through the department. The role includes inspecting personal protective equipment and safety equipment, handling palletized products and rolling containers, operating material-handling equipment and machinery, and completing computer transactions as needed. This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position covered by the Service Contract Act (SCA). The listed compensation is $18.21 per hour. An additional health and welfare payment may be available under SCA provisions, depending on the benefits selected.

Requirements

Prior experience in a production environment is desired.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a production environment.

Responsibilities

Report to work each day fit for duty and ready to work.
Inspect PPE and safety equipment before use and report equipment that is broken, worn, or not ready for use.
Immediately report injuries and incidents to a supervisor, regardless of significance.
Participate in safety initiatives, including observations, near-miss reporting, and safety committees.
Weigh or measure pallets to ensure compliance with standards.
Verify placard information and ensure it is correct and attached to pallets.
Operate manual and/or electric pallet jacks to transport palletized products.
Transport rolling containers.
Maintain continuous and smooth product flow through the department.
Operate a bander to place bands on pallets.
Operate a baling machine.
Perform computer transactions as needed.
Follow safe-practice rules, including housekeeping requirements, and instructions for efficient work performance.