Material Handler- 1st shift

Toledo Tool & Die has diligently served clients in Michigan and Ohio since 1940, operating on the principle of delivering the finest work and keeping every promise. With four facilities in the Toledo area and one in Pioneer, Ohio, we are adding Material Handlers to support our continued growth. This is a full-time position based in Toledo, Ohio.

About the role

We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a clean, safe work environment.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Overtime required (daily, weekends, and some holidays)

Pay

• Starting pay: $20.00/hour
• Weekly pay

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• 401k plan
• Full benefits

Responsibilities

• Load and/or unload incoming/outgoing materials
• Set up expedites for shipment to customers as needed
• Coordinate transportation of parts between TTD locations for Hot Loads or Sorting activity
• Prepare documentation such as bills of lading and shipping orders to route materials
• Examine contents and compare records (manifests, invoices, orders) to verify accuracy of shipments
• Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations, or production goals
• Review orders, production schedules, and shipping/receiving notices to determine work sequences and material shipping details
• Inspect materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, or facilities for safety, defects, and compliance with specifications
• Coordinate forklift and Raymond repairs with vendors in a timely fashion
• Train or retrain operators in the proper use of material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, Raymond Lifts)
• Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution
• Recommend personnel actions such as employee selection, evaluation, rewards, or disciplinary actions
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean, orderly work areas
• Perform all duties of a Material Handler or Dock Auditor
• Authority to stop production if unsafe parts or conditions appear
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager, which may be outside the noted responsibilities

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Experience operating large industrial equipment preferred
• Forklift Operator certificate or completion of a forklift training program required within the first 30 days of employment (sit-down and stand-up lifts)
• Six months of warehousing and inventory experience preferred
• Six months of experience operating a forklift and/or stand-up lift preferred
• Physical ability to mount/dismount forklift throughout the shift, requiring bending, stretching, stepping, reaching, climbing, stooping, standing, walking, crouching, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
• Ability to read, understand, and follow directions/instructions
• Ability to use automated inventory control equipment
• Must pass pre-employment screening (background check and drug screen)
• Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekends, and holidays)
• Must work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Must report for work on time to support production startup

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a fast-paced factory setting
• Previous forklift experience preferred but not required
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Consistent attendance
• Willingness to learn
• Safety-minded