Material Handler

ASSA ABLOY • Berlin, CT

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler performs manual and clerical duties in Controlled Stores, Receiving, and Shipping under supervision. The role involves handling, checking, storing, sorting, laying out, weighing, packing, and shipping parts and finished goods; maintaining inventory and shipping records; and moving materials within or between departments. This is an onsite, full-time union position in Berlin, Connecticut, with hours of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or trade school diploma, or equivalent manufacturing work experience.
• Knowledge of and compliance with plant safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Check, verify, store, sort, lay out, and pack parts and finished goods in Controlled Stores, Receiving, and Shipping.
• Perform cycle checks and assign storage locations; arrange goods according to tickets and orders for movement within the department or to other departments.
• Weigh and identify materials, select suitable boxes, and stamp or label containers and folios with required information.
• Sort and arrange incoming orders so goods are routed for shipment as directed by supervision and postal guides.
• Pack bulk component parts and sub-assemblies for shipment to other divisions or customers.
• Weigh and count goods, handle exchanges and returns, and address shortages or errors by notifying supervision or contacting relevant departments.
• Maintain records and files of goods shipped, prepare statements for postal authorities, and complete shipment and filing forms.
• Report discrepancies and notify supervision when quality requirements or accurate counts cannot be met.
• Operate scales, postal meters, packing equipment, barcode scanners, manual or electronic equipment, and CRT terminals to enter locations and access inventory information.
• Move materials within or between departments and load or unload carriers using available equipment.
• Inspect material-handling equipment and complete required inspection reports.
• Follow quality work instructions, segregate nonconforming material, and move it to a designated area.
• Check counts for accuracy and maintain a clean, orderly work area.
• Know and comply with plant safety rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including sick and vacation days
• 14 paid holidays
• Job-protected leave benefits in accordance with applicable law
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions and matching, subject to plan eligibility
• Supplemental life insurance
• Short-term disability benefits
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

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