Polyline Order Prep/Material Handler

Kadant Solutions • Auburn, MA

99d

About The Position

This position supports the Polyline in fulfilling customer orders by moving materials, receiving, unloading poly material, operating saws, operating planers, and other hand finishing equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Trade School Diploma preferred.
• Minimum two years of hands on experience with the set up and operation of Saws, Planer and other types of machines.
• Experience with devices to lift heavy, irregular shaped objects (i.e. Cranes, Power Lifts, and methods of lifting.)
• Basic shop mathematics, able to read basic level blue prints.
• Able to read and interpret basic blue prints.
• Able to correctly use and read measuring tools (i.e. Tape Measure and Vernier Calipers).
• Ability to control the equipment to hold tolerances to .125 consistently.
• Verbal and written communication skills to convey information within the organization.
• Ability to solve practical manufacturing problems with little guidance.
• Able to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Verifying that materials meet the purchase order requirements at receiving.
• In a safe manner, move material from the receiving area to their correct inventory location.
• Fills out material issue cards.
• Sets up and operates saws and planers or special purpose machines to prepare material for further operations.
• Understands dimensions of 1/8" tolerances and what the sequence of operations should be.
• Verifies conformance of materials to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Uses tape measures and dial calipers to measure and document dimensions of the work piece.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Fork truck and crane use required.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work area.
• Fully responsible for the quality of their work.
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Must be a team player and participate in efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Work overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with best-in-class premiums.
• 10 ½ paid holidays.
• 401k with match.
• Company paid life insurance benefit.
• Disability insurance.
• Aflac insurance.
• Lifelock insurance.
• MetLaw legal assistance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending.
• Dependent care.
• Educational assistance.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees