Polyline Order Prep​/Material Handler

Overview

This position supports the Polyline in fulfilling customer orders by moving materials, receiving, unloading poly material, operating saws, operating planers, and other hand finishing equipment.

• Verifying that materials meet the purchase order requirements at receiving.
• In a safe manner, move material from the receiving area to their correct inventory location.
• Fills out material issue cards.
• Sets up and operates saws and planers or special purpose machines to prepare material for further operations.
• Understands dimensions of 1/8" tolerances and what the sequence of operations should be.
• Verifies conformance of materials to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Uses tape measures and dial calipers to measure and document dimensions of the work piece.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Fork truck and crane use required.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient work area.
• Fully responsible for the quality of their work.
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Must be a team player and participate in efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Work overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Trade School Diploma preferred. Minimum two years of hands on experience with the setup and operation of saws, planers and other types of machines. Experience with devices to lift heavy, irregular shaped objects (e.g., cranes, power lifts).

Knowledge: Basic shop mathematics, ability to read basic blueprints. Understand the order of machining operations and good manufacturing practices.

Skills: Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints. Ability to correctly use and read measuring tools (e.g., tape measure and Vernier calipers). Ability to control equipment to hold tolerances to .125" consistently. Verbal and written communication skills to convey information within the organization. Ability to solve practical manufacturing problems with little guidance. Ability to prioritize tasks.

Physical/Environmental Demands: Manual dexterity to reach/handle items, lift heavy weight (at least 50 pounds), and move, pull or push materials of this magnitude. Work near moving mechanical parts. Periodically exposed to hazards requiring care in the use of machinery and personal protective equipment.

Equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Machinery Manufacturing

Note:

This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Polyline Order Prep/Material Handler role at Kadant Solutions Division and does not include unsolicited resume submissions by search firms.