Material Handler

Intellisource Colorado • De Soto, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler oversees the movement of materials and products within the facility, supporting smooth receiving and shipping operations. The role includes operating mobile equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, unloading and loading trucks, delivering materials to production, and documenting material receipts and deliveries. The Material Handler helps maintain production efficiency, an organized workspace, and quality standards, while using troubleshooting skills and following work instructions and safety procedures.

This is a full-time, on-site role at Panasonic Energy’s facility in De Soto, Kansas. Available schedules include A- and C-shifts on days and B- and D-shifts on nights. Each schedule covers 12-hour shifts on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and either alternating Wednesday or alternating Wednesday through Saturday, depending on the shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or two years of prior experience in the functional area.
• Previous use of mobile equipment, such as forklifts and walkies.
• Ability to manage time.
• Safety-conscious attitude.
• Working-level knowledge of English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to create reports in MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and lift as required; the stated workday activity distribution is 75% standing, 10% walking, 10% lifting, and 5% sitting.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 35 pounds occasionally; lifting over 35 pounds is team-lift only and frequent.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and, where required, a full hazmat suit with respirator; respirator fit testing may be required based on functional area.
• Valid authorization to work in the United States without restriction.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in manufacturing, automation, or assembly.
• Thorough knowledge of oil and chemical labeling and storage requirements.
• Ability to contribute positively to the daily work environment and work in a high-performing team.
• Ability to make safe, business-minded, conscientious decisions when issues arise in the absence of a supervisor.
• Alignment with Panasonic’s seven core principles: contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, and gratitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver materials to the production floor.
• Analyze and estimate workload based on order sheets.
• Perform daily, operational, routine, and periodic checks on delivered raw materials.
• Inspect and record equipment condition, including cleaning, checking, and adding fluids as needed.
• Perform quality checks using microscopes, micrometers, measuring devices, digital voltmeters (optional), calipers, rulers, and related devices.
• Use mobile equipment such as forklifts and walkies in daily operations.
• Unload materials from delivery trucks.
• Follow work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures, including safety requirements.
• Prepare documentation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in accordance with the 6S standard.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Support implementation of processes and procedures that ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment within the functional area.
• Work all scheduled shift hours.
• Train others at the same or lower level within the functional area.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and healthcare options, including family planning and mental health support.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee assistance programs, including a complimentary session each month.
• Company-matched, fully vested 401(k) retirement program beginning upon enrollment.
• Annual bonus program.
• Employee recognition and awards platform, with quarterly and annual recognition.
• Financial wellness and retirement planning resources.
• Educational assistance and reimbursement program.
• Inclusion programs and employee resource groups.
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Employee events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED