Material Handler
About The Position
The Material Handler prepares production equipment and supplies for job orders, operates equipment safely and effectively, performs warehouse responsibilities, and monitors material processing and finished products. The role includes using production paperwork and a barcoding system, following shipping and packaging instructions, and supporting cross-training and other tasks to help meet company goals. The employee is expected to follow safety procedures and company policies and may recommend improvements to efficiency and safety. The position requires a high school degree or equivalent. Related experience or training in a manufacturing environment is preferred. The employee must be able to work from written specifications and verbal instructions, use basic math and measuring instruments, and communicate and work effectively with others. Work involves standing, walking, handling materials, reaching, climbing steps or balancing, and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Ability to use basic mathematics, including addition, subtraction, fractions, and decimals.
- Knowledge of the Standard/Imperial measuring system.
- Ability to use basic measuring instruments, including micrometers, digital calipers, and a tape measure.
- Ability to work from written specifications and verbal instructions.
- Good attendance record.
- Ability to work effectively with other employees and good communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and a positive attitude.
- Capacity and desire to learn, including openness to learning about lean manufacturing.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
- Ability to stand, walk, handle or feel with hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms (frequently above shoulders), climb steps and/or balance, and walk and/or hear.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Vision abilities including close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience or training in a related field or manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of the metric system.
- Forklift experience or certification.
Responsibilities
- Set up production equipment and supplies before executing job orders.
- Operate production equipment safely and effectively.
- Perform warehouse responsibilities.
- Inspect equipment for replacements, malfunctions, and repairs.
- Follow safety procedures and company policies for equipment operation.
- Recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
- Load material accurately and monitor the machine's process and finished product.
- Complete production paperwork and use a barcoding system.
- Review and follow shipping order instructions and specifications.
- Operate an air-compressed bander.
- Read packaging instructions on work orders.
- Handle tasks and cross-train to help the company meet its goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
