Material Handler

This individual will be responsible for transporting parts and components from their location to the appropriate workstation. In addition, this person will need to keep up with demand and supply stations consistently until work order is complete. Qualified candidates will also learn all areas of warehouse receiving department so that they can be a back-up and well-rounded in everyday functions of the material handler for the factory.

Key Responsibilities:
• Working to assist with shipping, receiving, and material handling between the warehouse and production facility
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment to move materials and products
• Safely load, unload, and stack products and materials – may be inside or outside of the facility
• Delivers materials to various departments and between plant locations, utilizing electronic signals and/or KANBAN (visual controls) as to when materials are to move
• Ensures work areas are kept clean and organized
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on forklifts and other equipment
• Performs miscellaneous duties as required
• Follows instructions and all safety procedures
• Willingness to work as part of a team
• Sense of urgency
• Organized and accountable for work
• Communicate well with others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have previous forklift experience - Forklift certified preferred
• The ability to perform freight handling duties with a manual pallet jack/fork lift
• The ability to follow instructions, either while working independently, or as part of a team
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices in a warehouse or production environment.