Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Copeland•Lebanon, MO

About The Position

The Material Handler operates an industrial forklift truck and performs material-handling assignments, transporting materials, supplies, and finished products to designated locations. The role also performs other related duties as assigned. This is a second-shift position, described as night shift, generally Monday through Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.; the schedule and hours can vary. The role identifies, transports, receives, and stores products in designated secure locations, manually or using pallet jacks, a tugger, and skids. It supports other departments by moving products among machines, loading docks, trucks, and storage areas. The handler checks shipping details and accompanying documents for accuracy and special instructions, expedites shipments affecting the manufacturing schedule, and forwards invoices to accounting. The role coordinates with the team and leaders to provide forklift support for production needs, resolves problems with the Team Leader, disposes of scrap materials, and maintains a safe, clean work environment. The position requires safe and efficient equipment operation in compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Copeland describes a commitment to employee development and offers flexible and competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), flexible time off, paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent verbal communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Basic computer skills and knowledge, including proper use of the Oracle MSCA scanner after training.
Obtain a forklift license through the company Fork Truck Certification program.
Ability to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods.
Meet job standards for visual ability, speaking, and hearing in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

College coursework or other formal training in a related field.

Responsibilities

Identify, transport, receive, and store products in designated secure locations, manually and/or using pallet jacks, a tugger, and skids.
Assist other departments with moving products among machines, loading docks, trucks, and storage areas.
Confirm, validate, and approve shipping details for quality and accuracy; review accompanying documents for accuracy and special instructions.
Expedite shipments that affect the manufacturing process schedule and forward invoices to the accounting department.
Resolve problems with the Team Leader.
Collect and properly dispose of scrap bracing, cardboard, and strapping; maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Coordinate with the team and leaders to provide forklift operation supporting production needs.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently, comply with applicable safety rules and regulations, and help ensure the safety of other team members.
Perform other related duties as assigned.