Part-Time Material Handler - Weekends AM

ITW • Hebron, CT

2d • $17 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time Material Handler position focused on weekend shifts. The role involves supporting the molding/automation department by managing the flow of materials, components, and finished products. Responsibilities include operating equipment, assisting with machine setups and maintenance, maintaining material organization, and ensuring accurate inventory management. The company emphasizes an entrepreneurial culture, valuing autonomy, innovation, and employee growth.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1 to 3 years of job-related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate verbally with good organizational skills required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and write English
• Attention to detail, organization, and strong multitasking abilities
• Must have basic computer skills
• Motivated to grow and develop skills for advancement
• Basic knowledge of machine operation and plastic injection molding would be a plus
• Basic math skills required to accurately count and record part production.
• Prior Material Handler experience, with use of Forklift and/Hand Jacks is preferred
• Good manufacturing practices
• Individual must be able to stand for full manufacturing shift, ability to reach with arms extended and/or overhead, excellent hand dexterity, ability to bend, stoop, stretch and similar activities and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of machine operation and plastic injection molding would be a plus
• Prior Material Handler experience, with use of Forklift and/Hand Jacks is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform duties to fill and empty machines, transport finished product, components, or raw material within molding/automation department and throughout plant area.
• Mix materials, empty grinder pans, sweep and clean-up.
• Provide operator relief.
• Operate hand and lift truck, and production equipment.
• Assist set-up technician with mold set-ups, automation changeovers, troubleshooting, minor repairs, and all paperwork associated.
• Maintain the responsibility neatly and organized, including returning partial containers of material to their proper storage area.
• Make material / color changes in a timely manner, to include leaving the workstation clean and organized.
• Maintain a proper flow of material to area of responsibility so that operation does not cease for lack of supplies.
• Ensure product is stored and utilized in FIFO mode.
• Perform problem-solving techniques in evaluating material vacuum/drying system problems.
• Move, wrap and label finished product when directed.
• Document lot control where required.
• Remove any old labels from gaylords, boxes and totes.
• Maintain proper rotation of raw material/components.
• Report inventory of raw goods to the materials team weekly by doing a physical inventory in the rack area.
• Follow all safety guidelines.
• Ensure accuracy of materials placed inside the room and back into inventory using ERP System.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contribution
• Company Paid Time off Programs (including Company Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation Time) for employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours/week
• Overtime compensation
• Shift premium compensation

What This Job Offers

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