Material Handler Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and be at least 18 Years Old
• Able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Able to read a tape measure
• Able to pass a written exam and driving test for forklift
• Able to work independently, while maintaining material availability to work centers
• Good hand eye coordination and mechanically adaptable to use forklift controls

Nice To Haves

• Preferably one year experience in a manufacturing setting

Responsibilities

• Obtain a forklift certification
• Follow all forklift rules and safety regulations
• Keep all doorways, aisles, electrical panel boxes, and fire extinguishers clear at all times
• Make sure all trash is dumped at least daily or more often as necessary
• Notify the supervisor of any damage to the forklift or buildings immediately
• Make sure all units are tagged and banded securely before placing material in bays
• Learn all RF and QAD functions related to material handling and demonstrate ability to use these functions
• Perform end of shift work center audits and notify supervision and inventory control of issues
• Properly carry loads at a safe speed per forklift training and signoffs
• Maintain safety around pedestrians and work center personnel
• Perform required maintenance checks in the required intervals
• Keep bays at least 18 inches away from wall and maintain a 3-foot aisleway between warehouse bays
• Keep bays of material in order and organized and safe
• Perform necessary housekeeping duties to keep the warehouse neat and organized by 5S standards and standard work
• Maintain good communication with other lift drivers on common, as well as off shifts

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k, liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.