Receiving Material Handler
About The Position
The Material Handler loads, unloads and moves materials and finished goods in the plant or on plant grounds with industrial lift trucks and other material handling equipment. The Material Handler receives specific work assignments under general supervision and resolves most problems with limited supervisory assistance. The Material Handler must use extreme care at all times when operating equipment and is expected to practice and adhere to the Company’s Six Sigma principles. The Receiving Material Handler has a primary job of supporting the Receiving Dock. This will include moving material in and out of the Quality hold area. Preparing material for outside processes and maintaining appropriate processes. Reviews job orders (written or verbal) and determines specific handling requirements. Moves materials from storage or work sites to designated areas using power equipment (e.g., industrial trucks, power hoists) or, when appropriate, by hand. Loads/unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves or into or from vehicles. Installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent in-transit movement or damage. Counts/records units moved or handled; attaches material/product identification tags/labels. Assembles crates and pallets for material/product storage and/or shipment. Cleans and maintains work area (daily), material handling equipment and other tools/equipment. Works in a safe manner at all times. Ensures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
Requirements
- Ability to read and understand job requirements, shop drawings, and blueprints.
- Ability to operate industrial equipment including lift trucks, power hoists, etc.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.
- Forklift operator certification.
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of material handling or related experience is desirable.
- Related technical training (high school or beyond) is desirable but not essential.
Responsibilities
- Support the Receiving Dock.
- Move material in and out of the Quality hold area.
- Prepare material for outside processes and maintain appropriate processes.
- Review job orders (written or verbal) and determine specific handling requirements.
- Move materials from storage or work sites to designated areas using power equipment or by hand.
- Load/unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves or into or from vehicles.
- Install strapping, bracing or padding to prevent in-transit movement or damage.
- Count/record units moved or handled; attach material/product identification tags/labels.
- Assemble crates and pallets for material/product storage and/or shipment.
- Clean and maintain work area (daily), material handling equipment and other tools/equipment.
- Work in a safe manner at all times.
- Ensure that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
