Material Handler

Essential Job Functions

• Keep lines running by delivering required materials to the staging areas.
• Keep warehouse organized by effective use of the ERP system, and effective organization techniques.
• Unload and load delivery trucks, maintain stock, and organize storage of product and raw materials.
• Work collaboratively with site leaders to plan and coordinate production on a daily basis.
• Receive shipments and store inventory as required and enter it into the ERP system.
• Check shipments for accuracy, stock items appropriately in the warehouse, maintain inventory and return any defective items.
• Identify and label materials, and record their locations in the warehouse/on the shelves to maintain inventory.
• Operate trucks, forklifts, cranes, and other equipment to move freight.
• Perform and report cycle counts.
• Follow written or oral instructions regarding daily tasks and job duties.
• Comply with all warehouse safety rules and guidelines.
• Sort cargo during loading or unloading process and mark containers with identifying information.
• Document the numbers of units handled or moved each day using the ERP system.
• Utilize protective devices—padding, straps, etc.—to prevent damage to items during transport.
• Use assistive devices—slings, hooks, etc.—to lift and guide cargo.
• Follow all rules set forth in Polytek’s Employee Policy Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, squat, walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and repeatedly ascend/descend short flights of stairs/ladders for a full shift.
• Must be able to talk, hear and see with vision abilities including close/near, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must wear job-specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for entirety of shift.

Education And Experience

• Must be able to understand, speak, write and read English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates or Bachelors degree preferred but other applicants will be considered based on skills and experience.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred; on the job training to be provided.
• Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) forklift certification required.
• Experience with AWS (Amazon Web Services), working knowledge of efficient warehouse organization and operation.
• Knowledge of and commitment to observe safety procedures.
• Basic computer experience.