Material Handler I - 2nd Shift

About the Role

Cadrex is searching for a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials within or near a production facility or warehouse. The primary responsibility is maintaining an adequate supply of materials at all running machines, including raw materials (resin), packaging, inserts, bags, labels, etc., as specified on the job “Pick List”. The Material Handler is also responsible for the correct paperwork associated with material movements and lot number control, especially for regrind.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and loading all hoppers as required during setup.
• Ensuring excellent housekeeping to avoid material contamination.
• Setting machine dryers according to correct drying conditions for each material.
• Monitoring and changing filters at machine hoppers, hopper loaders, and machine loaders (minimum once per day).
• Moving finished goods to the warehouse or designated location and completing required paperwork.
• Accurately marking hoppers, gaylords, boxes, and containers with material identification, quantity, and date.
• Mixing color concentrates, foaming agents, regrind, etc., at the correct “let down ratio” to meet job requirements.
• Performing other duties and assignments as directed by management.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of the injection molding process (preferred).
• At least 6 months of experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing setting (preferred).
• Previous materials handling experience (preferred).
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• High School diploma or GED.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. Occasionally, the employee must sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for qualifying remote employees)
• 401(k) investment plan with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

Schedule

Monday-Thursday: 4:15pm-2:45am

About Us

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for various end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations across the United States and Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities to serve customers with lights-out manufacturing for mid- to high-volume production.

Core Values

Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing.