Material Handler - 3rd Shift - Plastic Injection Molding
About The Position
The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring all materials required for production are accurately managed, delivered, and controlled to support efficient manufacturing operations. This role focuses on supplying resins, colorants, and other direct materials to the production floor, while maintaining proper inventory control within the ERP system. Responsibilities include staging materials at injection molding machines and dryers, verifying correct material usage, supporting color changes and material changeovers, and safely moving bulk materials such as Gaylords. The Material Handler also manages incoming shipments, coordinates material storage and retrieval—including injection molds—and supports internal material transport to keep production running smoothly. This position is for 3rd shift, Hours: 11:30pm - 8:00am Monday - Fridays with some weekends as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a manufacturing or material handling environment
- Forklift certification required
- Ability to safely lift up to 55 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift
Responsibilities
- Set up and maintain resin handling systems, including dryers, hoppers, and injection molding machines
- Ensure continuous material flow by monitoring dryers, filling hoppers, and preventing shortages
- Perform material changeovers, including color changes, cleaning, and filter maintenance
- Accurately track and document material usage, including logs, labels, and certifications
- Safely operate forklifts and other equipment to move materials throughout the facility
- Maintain inventory accuracy in the ERP system, including issuing, returning, and locating resin and molds
- Stage, transport, and store injection molds to support production readiness
- Support shipping and receiving by verifying, labeling, and organizing incoming and outgoing materials
- Maintain cleanliness of production, warehouse, and cleanroom areas while following safety and regulatory requirements (including ISO standards)
Benefits
- Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time)
- Retirement Program
- Other Voluntary Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
