Material Handler - Driver II - VDC - 2nd shift

About the role

This position is primarily responsible for warehouse and assembly operations using a Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) to move goods and materials anywhere at the Vidalia, GA location.

Responsibilities

• Move goods and material within a production environment using a Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV)
• Load, unload, or move goods and material from one location to another with a forklift or other PIV
• Operate warehouse computer software with moderate expertise
• Observe equipment operation in order to detect malfunctions
• Support plant cost reductions and process improvement projects through the use of various lean methods and techniques
• Assist in process improvement efforts by working with the Process Engineers to identify, implement and validate process changes
• Participate in lean manufacturing as well as plant initiatives as needed
• Ability to utilize a variety of PIV equipment

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must have a valid Forklift/Tugger License
• 5+ years’ experience in warehouse
• Must have Ultriva experience
• Ability to speak, read and write English, understand simple written or oral instructions
• Ability to work in a team environment with limited supervision
• Work any shift and work overtime as necessary to ensure production demands are realized
• Work multiple jobs both within and outside assigned work area
• Use all required safety gear and equipment
• Comply with all established Plant rules and policies
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record
• Adhere to dress code

Physical Requirements

• Perform tasks requiring hand and eye coordination, with good hand dexterity (gripping and pinching repetitively) for more than 2/3’s of work shift
• Lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing 10 pounds continuously, 25 pounds repetitively and 50 pounds occasionally. Lifting or carrying objects over 50 pounds requires a two person lift, or a lift assist
• Bend, twist, squat, kneel, and/or stoop repetitively
• Reach overhead repetitively for more than 2/3’s of work shift
• Stand continuously for 8 to 10 hours per day
• Climb up and down stairs up to 3 hours per day
• Use of senses to detect quality defects and unsafe conditions
• Moderate physical exertion
• Visual Acuity 70-degree field of vision
• Must be able to discern depth and must pass color vision test
• Must have at least 20/40 vision in each eye for far & near, with or without corrective lens

Pay

Hourly Base Pay Range: $19.52

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave
• 401K match up
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support