Material Handler

Great Dane LLC • Wayne, NE

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About The Position

The Material Handler transports materials, supplies, and finished products to designated locations. The role receives, distributes, stores, records, inspects, and moves shipments while supporting manufacturing schedules and maintaining inventory. It also involves keeping work areas clean and safe, complying with Great Dane safety requirements, and working collaboratively with leaders and other employees.

Requirements

• Accurately read a tape measure.
• Remember how to perform multiple tasks from day to day.
• Meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Look for potential cost savings, minimize scrap and waste, and use supplies efficiently.
• Perform assigned tasks to meet or exceed the required production level.
• Ability to work with hands.
• Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good math skills.
• Efficient time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of previous fork truck experience.
• 1–2 years of previous experience working with a scan gun.

Responsibilities

• Receive, distribute, and store products in designated secure locations.
• Prepare and maintain records of materials received and shipped, including transaction dates, locations, and other relevant information.
• Review shipments and accompanying documents for quality and accuracy.
• Confirm shipping details and special instructions, and expedite shipments that affect the manufacturing process schedule.
• Transport and load materials, supplies, and finished goods manually and/or using hand trucks and skids.
• Optimize loads for operational efficiency and secure loads to the machine before transportation.
• Resolve issues with contractors or vendors when problems arise.
• Manage inventory using RFGen scanning equipment.
• Identify and report workplace safety hazards.
• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned area and surrounding areas.
• Work closely with leaders and other employees in a team environment.
• Obtain a valid fork truck license and certification within the first 30 days of employment.
• Collect and properly dispose of scrap bracing, cardboard, and strapping.
• Follow Great Dane safety requirements when transporting loads and otherwise.
• Complete the fork truck safety inspection sheet daily.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Dental, vision, and medical benefits with employer contributions.
• Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed