Material Handler

HOURS ARE M-F 8:30AM - 5PM

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Loading and unloading box trucks, following all written procedures, including sampling, labeling, and transferring materials to/from storage locations as appropriate

· Operating material handing machinery, including hi-los, drum pickers, squeezers, pallet jacks, yard switching trucks, and all others safely and efficiently

· Picking and staging materials for future shipments, including preparation work to prepare containers for shipment

· Unloading drum line and finishing packaging tasks, such as palletizing, banding, shrink wrapping, etc. as required

· Conducting tote inspection, staging, cleaning, and testing tasks as may be required

· Scheduling and preparing paperwork for box truck and bulk truck shipments

· Focus on continuous improvement, and communicate improvement ideas on a frequent basis to logistics manager

· Work smoothly with personnel from other departments, including laboratory, production, health and safety, management, and all other employees of Gage.

· Utilize free time for 5S and lean manufacturing improvements.

· Support Kanban replenishment system by understanding and following procedures

· Remain vigilant at all times and report any suspicious findings to area supervisors

· Maintain a positive and optimistic attitude; respond quickly to all information requests

QUALIFICATIONS (Skills, knowledge, experience):

· Ability to interact with a computer on a frequent basis (will be taught ProcessPro if hired)

· Basic math skills (high school level)… unit conversion skills a big plus

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Well organized, detail oriented, problem solver, and good communication skills

· Chemical and hazardous material handling skills helpful

· Required to be able to obtain hi-lo permit and operate all required material handling equipment. CDL license helpful but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Climb ladders

· Able to lift up to 50 pounds

· Able to work in the outdoors for extended periods of time

· Able to wear an air purifying respirator and other safety equipment

· Able to drive powered industrial vehicles such as fork lifts

· Able to sit for extended periods of time

· Clear speaking voice

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.51 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired hourly rate?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person