Materials Handler I - 1st Shift

Pelican Products • Deerfield, MA

218d • $21 - $24

About The Position

The Materials Handler I performs various duties in unloading, receiving, and storage of raw materials and supplies; shipping, staging and loading of finished materials; supporting internal and external customer needs; control of inventory; kitting for pre-assembly; distribution of work orders, prints, parts, kits to work centers. Timely and accurate stock replenishment and refills the production line with the required materials to maintain a steady flow. Fills materials requisitions; basic operation of computer systems; and other similar duties pertaining to the receiving, shipping and storage of a large array of raw and finished materials and supplies. Prepares various documents, schedules daily pickups.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent specific experience.
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in material handling.
• Basic experience with fork lift operation.
• Able to read and interpret written instructions to include Bills of Material.
• Knowledge of plant layout including locations of finished products and raw materials.
• Knowledgeable on paperwork flow for shipping and receiving documents.

Responsibilities

• Works from computer, prints, verbal and written instructions, as well as established procedures and practices.
• Checks receipts against purchase orders. Verifies type of material, count, and weight against documentation. Reports discrepancies and damage to supervisor/group leader immediately.
• Assigns appropriate lot locations to product for best storage and space utilization.
• Performs pre-assembly.
• Ensures that materials can be properly tracked during the production process by records/scans/enters work orders.
• Prepares finished material for shipment.
• Operates internal and external computer systems.
• Schedules pick up of finished materials.
• Provides information as requested to internal and external customers.
• Performs physical inventory cycle counts and reports findings to Lead, Supervisor, and/or Inventory Control.
• Operates standard straight body truck to pick up and deliver materials as assigned.
• Operates mechanical material movement equipment to store and deliver materials to requesters.
• Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement.
• Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability plans
• Matching 401k to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: High school or GED