NAP Material Handler

About Us

RAE Corporation is a leading provider of innovative HVAC solutions, committed to delivering exceptional quality and customer satisfaction. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and employee empowerment, striving to create a positive work environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and supported.

About the Role

The Material Handler is responsible for stocking and delivering parts to production as determined by the schedule. This includes ensuring that materials such as sheet metal, copper, and steel are properly stored and transported within the production facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Safely drive and operate a forklift.
• Stock sheet metal parts and copper.
• Empty scrap buckets and load up scrap copper.
• Stack plastic pallets and return them to the vendor.
• Utilize the IFS system for daily operations, including logging in, reviewing assigned work, and maintaining accurate records.
• Complete and clear IFS shop orders in a timely and accurate manner to support production tracking and reporting.
• Participate in and complete required IFS training to ensure proper system usage and compliance.
• Support and maintain 6S standards within the department to promote organization, cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to team effort by working with others and accomplishing related functions.
• Complete any tasks as assigned by the supervisor/lead.
• Comply with government regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Work overtime as necessary and attend work as required.
• Arrive for work on time and charge time accurately in the time and attendance system.
• Follow manufacturing instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Care for tools and equipment, advising maintenance of any equipment that is not working properly.
• Maintain a clean work area as required.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• A high school diploma is preferred for this position in order to continue upward advancement in the company.
• Ability to follow directions from superiors is essential.

Skills

• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend drawings and written instructions.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to read a tape measure down to 1/16 of an inch.
• Ability to control equipment operations and assess performance for improvements.
• Good people skills for teamwork and collaboration.
• Problem-solving skills to ask for clarification when needed.

Certificates, Licenses or Training

• On-site training.
• Forklift license.
• Propane license (preferred).

Interaction with Others

• Reports to NAP Supervisor.
• Must be able to accurately receive, understand, and follow instructions.
• Collaboration with coworkers is essential for effective teamwork, and the ability to communicate and cooperate with others in the organization is vital.

Working Environment

Work is performed in an industrial production area for a manufacturer of refrigeration and HVAC equipment. Employees are regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, vehicles, and high noise levels. The work environment also includes exposure to extreme temperatures in both winter and summer. Potential stress may arise from deadlines and product quality standards. Seasonal variations in working hours may apply based on production demands.

Tools & Equipment Used

• Hand Tools
• Forklift
• Pallet Jack
• Box Knife
• Tape Measure
• Safety Glasses
• Gloves
• Computer
• Ear Plugs (when required)

Why Join Us

Join RAE Corporation and help shape the future of HVAC innovation while contributing to a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off

Physical Demands

• Stand: Constantly
• Walk: Constantly
• Sit: Frequently
• Handling / Fingering: Constantly
• Reach Outward: Frequently
• Reach Above Shoulder: Frequently
• Climb: Occasionally
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat or Kneel: Frequently
• Bend: Frequently
• Twist: Frequently

Lift/Carry:

• 10 lbs or less: Occasionally
• 11-20 lbs: Frequently
• 21-50 lbs: Frequently
• 51-100 lbs: Occasionally (Evaluate if assistance is needed)
• Over 100 lbs: Not Applicable

Push/Pull:

• 12 lbs or less: Occasionally
• 13-25 lbs: Occasionally
• 26-50 lbs: Occasionally
• 51-100 lbs: Occasionally (Evaluate if assistance is needed)
• +100 lbs: Occasionally (Evaluate if assistance is needed)

Other Physical Requirements:

• Sustained use of eyesight for functions such as visual inspection, reading, measuring, and operating hand tools.
• Ability to see objects and detect motion at wide angles (peripheral vision) to maintain employee safety.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety glasses, hearing protection).