Material Handler - 1st Shift

Selig Group • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

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Selig Group seeks a Material Handler on 1st shift to operate a hi-lo forklift safely to transport materials, supplies, and finished products to designated locations and help our operation run efficiently.
What do you get at Selig?
An amazing workplace culture focused on employee engagement and development
An opportunity to be a part of a successful, growth-oriented and globally diverse company
Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision plans, short- and long-term disability, life insurance and market leading profit sharing and 401k match
Generous vacation and holiday pay
Career growth opportunities provided
What your job looks like:
Perform work in accordance with safety guidelines
Schedule and process shipments with various third parties
Prepares and maintains records of materials received and shipped
Transports and loads materials, supplies, and finished goods
About Selig Group:
Founded in 1889, Selig is a global leader in the design and manufacture of closure liners and flexible packaging for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, health care, personal care, household and industrial applications. Selig is known for its technical innovation, quality products and exceptional customer service. Selig’s global footprint includes operations in the United States, Canada, China, France, Switzerland and the United Kingdom and is supported by a global sales network.
We value diversity – race, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, socio-economic status, and the intersectionality – and seek to foster an environment that achieves excellence in inclusion, ideation and collaboration.
We strive to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that represents the communities we work in and the customers we serve. It is our goal to ensure that all employees have access to the tools and resources needed to perform at a high level and have equitable access to all growth opportunities.
Job Summary:
To perform the movement of material into and out of the warehouse in an accurate and timely manner, as well as assisting with inventory control functions such as cycle counting and physical inventories.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good math and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Efficient time management skills
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or other formal training in related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of similar experience (with material handling, driving hi-lo, forklift, etc.) required.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds at a time.
• Must wear safety gear, such as glasses and gloves, when handling box cutters or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Receives, distributes, and stores products as directed in designated, secure locations.
• Prepares and maintains records of materials received and shipped including dates of transactions, locations, and other pertinent information.
• Reviews shipments for quality and accuracy; reviews accompanying documents for accuracy.
• Confirms shipping details or special instructions; expedites shipments that affect the manufacturing process schedule.
• Transports and loads materials, supplies, and finished goods (manually and/or using hand trucks and skids).
• When problems arise, resolves issues with contractors or vendors.
• Validates, approves, and forwards invoices to accounting department.
• Collects and properly disposes of scrap, cardboard, and strapping; maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• An amazing workplace culture focused on employee engagement and development
• An opportunity to be a part of a successful, growth-oriented and globally diverse company
• Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision plans, short- and long-term disability, life insurance and market leading profit sharing and 401k match
• Generous vacation and holiday pay
• Career growth opportunities provided

What This Job Offers

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