Material Handler I Commerce TX D Shift

What We Need

The machine operator is responsible for material movement and machinery operations needed to safely produce quality products.

What You’ll Do

• Perform quality inspections and testing throughout the shift, with attention to identifying quality and manufacturing defects.
• Gain understanding of correct parameters specific to department processes to minimize defect opportunities and increase production output.
• Train to perform necessary adjustments to the production line, via feedback from automated systems monitoring, manual testing, and product specifications.
• Adhere to company and department standards regarding documentation, set up procedures, production procedures, and quality guidelines.
• Abide by documentation standards and catalogue adherence to production procedures, including shift reports and varying checklists.
• Understand and follow all company and department safety policies, including personal protective equipment and alternate work procedures.
• Responsible for material flow of raw and finished goods as needed, including operation of pallet jacks, forklifts, and other tools as needed.
• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision.
• Follow all established standard operating procedures.
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

What You Have

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Prior forklift experience required; 1+ year experience preferred.
• Experience in production processes involving paper or chemical handling preferred.
• Computer literacy, including Excel skills, required.
• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all employees within the immediate unit and in related support roles.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating or maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work independently.

Working Conditions

This position requires the team member to work with machinery in an environment where there may be fluctuating temperatures and additional department-specific variables. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required and may include hearing protection, safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, and eye protection.

Other working conditions may include working 12-hour shifts and a fixed shift rotation, including holidays.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.; walking, bending, squatting, climbing ladders and stairs are required.