Material Handler

Job description

• Successfully operates a forklift while complying with all safety standards, regulations, and operating procedures
• Ensures all finished product complies with company packaging and pallet standards
• Verifies and tracks pallet weights and bag counts per pallet for adherence to company standards
• Successfully and accurately labels all finished production pallets according to company specifications.
• Supports team by ensuring pallets, slip sheets, pallet caps and pallet wrapper film is stocked and maintained in both the production and storage areas
• Successfully works with Logistics Manager to ensure all finished product, rework product and production supplies are stored and maintained in their correct locations
• Notifies Bagging Equipment Operator or Plant Manager of any issues or problems
• Follows and complies with all company safety standards, work rules and regulations
• Successfully operates a bobcat/skid steer while complying with all safety standards, regulations, and operating procedures
• Safely and successfully loads/unloads rubber mulch feedstock from containers and storage bunkers into production line hoppers
• Ensures all rubber mulch feedstock inventory is maintained in its proper location to avoid cross contamination of materials
• Accurately tracks the rubber mulch feedstock inventory and keeps Production Supervisor and Plant Manager updated of inventory levels
• Monitors and examines equipment to ensure a safe and efficient operation
• Performs all required equipment cleaning and maintains a clean, safe working environment
• Participates in training, retraining and continual improvement processes and methods
• Performs other duties as assigned

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and additional responsibilities will be assigned.

Your Qualifications:

• 6-8 years experience operating a forklift in an industrial operations environment -
• Proven ability to operate a forklift successfully and safely
• Familiarity with how a forklift operates and possesses the ability to help identify any general operating issues or problems
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, production instructions, and warehouse layout diagrams
• Proven ability of maintaining a clean, safe work environment
• Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations
• Successfully operate a wide variety of hand tools and computer equipment
• Strong willingness to work hard, be reliable, attentive and provide attention to detail
• Ability to stand and move around for long periods of time
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. - required

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $14.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person