Material Handler
About The Position
Performs repetitive material-handling duties to receive and store raw materials and package, store, load, and ship finished products. The work requires a basic understanding of warehouse, shipping, and production areas. Operates a forklift, overhead crane, and railcar puller to transfer materials and products among production lines, warehouse and shipping areas, trucks, and railcars. Receives limited supervision and specific day-to-day instructions from the Warehouse Supervisor and/or Material Handler Team Lead. This is a night-shift position from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., working three nights on and three nights off. The listed pay is $27.23 per hour, with a time-and-a-half Sunday premium and an additional night-shift premium.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to complete forklift and overhead crane certifications during the initial orientation period.
- Ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow instructions.
- Must be able to work the night shift, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., three nights on and three nights off.
Nice To Haves
- Experience or knowledge in a manufacturing setting and operating forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Basic torch and welding skills.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a forklift, overhead crane, and railcar puller to load and unload raw materials and finished products onto and off specified vehicles.
- Operate a forklift and overhead crane, as required or directed, to transfer finished product from production lines and secure it for shipment.
- Move packaged product to storage areas or the loading dock.
- Place supply items in their proper storage locations.
- Accurately complete Material Handlers sheets and safety inspections.
- Coordinate with Production employees on changes to product sizes or grades to ensure correct materials are loaded for production setups.
- Follow instructions from the Warehouse Supervisor, Shipping Coordinator, and/or Material Handler Team Lead regarding customer loading requirements, product selection, and vehicle type and number.
- Accurately complete required truck and railcar paperwork.
- Attend and participate in monthly safety meetings.
Benefits
- Medical and prescription coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health and dependent care flexible spending account
- 401(k) with company match
- Vacation
- Paid time off
- Basic life and accidental life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
