Material Handler

OAKWORKS INC•New Freedom, PA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Moves material to the production line to support manufacturing through the operation of all warehouse handling equipment, which includes forklifts of various types (regular & stand-up), hand trucks, pallet jacks, large roller ladders, etc. This role requires proficiency with the OW system (4D) for tasks such as looking up purchase orders, inventory items, and inventory by location, receiving shipments, running/creating Needs List reports, making inventory and location corrections, and printing product labels. The position also involves unloading trucks, verifying freight against shipping documents, applying product labels, identifying and moving inspection and medical items, locating and pulling inventory, and delivering items to the production floor. The Material Handler is expected to maintain regular attendance, comply with company policies and procedures, demonstrate professional behavior, follow instructions, keep the work area organized, and be willing to learn and improve skills in a team environment. General duties include machine maintenance, minor equipment repairs, generating reports, communicating information, and suggesting improvements for quality and efficiency. The role also requires staying current with technology and company software related to the position's responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Prior forklift certification
Understanding of traditional manufacturing processes with machining and fabricating experience preferred.
Ability to communicate and work with multiple departments.
Proficient computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient verbal, written communication, and presentation skills required.
Proficient organizational and time management skills required.
Ability to sit/walk/stand for extended periods of time on a daily basis
Ability to lift/reach/bend/stretch in manufacturing environment
Must be able to climb ladder heights of 20 feet.
Ability to use a computer for extended periods of time on a daily basis
Periodically use phone, copier, and fax
Ability to lift up to 50lbs. on a regular basis
Ability to identify and distinguish colors
Mobility to effectively move and converse in all areas throughout the facility
Ability to work in a repetitive, side to side motion throughout the shift
Ability to handle and assemble small parts, requiring manual dexterity throughout the shift
Ability to tolerate exposure to wood dust/products, lacquer, metal dust/products and metal processing products in a normal manufacturing environment
Work in hot and cold environment with seasonally changing temperatures
Must complete training plan to perform job requirements in a safe and consistent manner as specified by Quality Management System (QMS): Employee Training will include the intended end use of the products
Shall be aware of device defects which may occur from the improper performance of their specific jobs.
Includes periodic recertification.
Responsible to report any defects either caused or observed.

Nice To Haves

Prefer 2 Years work experience in Manufacturing or Specific Education or Training

Responsibilities

Utilize and be proficient with OW system (4D), including looking up/researching POs, specific inventory items and inventory by location.
Receive shipments into system on applicable POs.
Run/create and complete data entry for Needs List reports.
Make inventory and/or location corrections as needed.
Print applicable product inventory/identification labels.
Unload trucks/inbound freight, verify package quantities against BOL.
Verify package quantities/contents/part numbers against Packing List.
Apply applicable product identification labels on received items.
Identify and move/locate/store applicable Inspection and Medical items accordingly.
Locate/move/pull inventory items to/from applicable storage locations.
Deliver items to applicable requesting Production floor locations.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Comply with Oakworks company rules, policies, and procedures, including safety, quality, department specific rules, and maintaining proprietary and confidential Company information.
Demonstrates professional behavior, integrity, strong work ethic, and Oakworks high standards.
Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions.
Keeps work area neat and organized at all times.
Willingness to learn new and improve current skills in an environment of continuous improvement.
Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
Supports departmental efforts towards achievement of Oakworks goals.
Assures that personal productivity meets departmental demands.
General maintenance of machine and minor repairs to equipment.
Performs departmental duties, as needed.
Generates reports and analysis for departments, as required.
Communicates information as appropriate.
Provides suggestions to improve quality and efficiency.
Keeps current on state-of-the-art technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance and a high level of competency in use of company software as it relates to the responsibilities of the position.