Material Handler

About The Role

The material handler operates and controls packaging equipment, provides forklift support to operations, ensures packaging area is maintained and replenishes raw materials.

What You Will Be Doing

• Monitoring and reporting in-process quality observations to other production teammates
• Manage work in progress and be able to multitask
• Maintain the 5S posture of the assigned area
• To operate forklifts in a safe manner observing all company policies
• Demonstrate the ability to identify material classifications including prime, rework and scrap
• Communicate with and fill in for packagers
• To complete production paperwork as applicable (verify daily production)
• Following written and verbal instructions
• Unload incoming raw materials, Load finished product on flatbed trucks
• Build pallets according to the standard for the product
• Know proper procedures for packaging materials
• Participate in cycle counts
• Be able to work overtime on short notice
• Must have experience using regular forklifts, roofing forks and carpet pole lifts
• Knowledge of environmental policies and work instructions related to jobs
• Perform waste disposal per work instructions
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

What We Are Looking For

• High School Diploma; or 1–2-year vocational training / associate degree
• Forklift certified
• Safety conscious mindset
• Basic maintenance skills

Working Conditions

Indoor dusty, non-temperature controlled industrial manufacturing and warehouse environment. Subject to varying cold and hot temperatures and occasional outdoor activities in hot or adverse weather.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50 pounds including use of lifting assistance devices.