Material Handler SS 3rd Shift

Work at Simmons•Siloam Springs, AR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

To transfer product from inbound trucks to storage areas. ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Stores product by product and lot number using an industrial forklift or hand lift. Works from written or verbal instructions. Operates forklift to pick up, move, place and position materials or products as required. Performs routine servicing of equipment such as fueling, and checking fluid levels and tires. Notifies the maintenance department of any major issues or repairs. Prepares inventory reports and paperwork , to monitor and account for inventory by lot and product number. Handles ingredients safely and by following company quality standards. Communicates with shift managers to schedule deliveries and pick-ups with Simmons facility. Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization. Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of this systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Material Handler and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Requirements

Must be able to work on feet for the entire shift.
Must be able to move or lift product weighing up to 75 pounds from floor to shoulder height (Dry Pet - up to 55 pounds).
Eye protection, ear protection, steel toed shoes. Any as needed or required.
Basic computer skills.
Must be able to pass and maintain company issued forklift license/certification.
Communication skills & decision quality - Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team.
Ability to troubleshoot issues.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of production scheduling is a plus.
Preference for warehouse setting handling ingredients.
We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.

Responsibilities

Transfer product from inbound trucks to storage areas.
Store product by product and lot number using an industrial forklift or hand lift.
Operate forklift to pick up, move, place and position materials or products as required.
Perform routine servicing of equipment such as fueling, and checking fluid levels and tires.
Notify the maintenance department of any major issues or repairs.
Prepare inventory reports and paperwork to monitor and account for inventory by lot and product number.
Handle ingredients safely and by following company quality standards.
Communicate with shift managers to schedule deliveries and pick-ups with Simmons facility.
Participate as a member of the Team.
Participate in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinate work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members.
Attend appropriate team meetings.
Foster strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.
Accept responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.
Be familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understand the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.