Tug Cart Material Handler

Description

Shift Hours are: 7AM-7PM

Shifts are on a rotating 2-week schedule:

Week 1:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday (48 hours)

Week 2:
Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday (36 hours)

This rotation schedule provides:

• Every other weekend off
• 14 working days per month
• Guaranteed overtime every other week

The Material Handler for tug carts Operations plays a crucial role in our manufacturing process. The primary responsibility of this role is to safely and efficiently move finished goods within the facility using a sit-down forklift and a Tug cart

• Team Communication: Effectively communicate with colleagues to coordinate tasks and ensure operational smoothness.
• Goods Transportation: Operate sit-down forklifts for loading and moving finished products.
• Oversized Pallet Management: Stage oversized pallets in a structured manner to facilitate easy pickup.
• Material Staging: Ensure a steady supply of raw materials to production operators to avoid workflow interruptions.
• Order Verification: Confirm the accuracy of orders prior to dispatch.
• Safety Compliance: Adherence to all safety guidelines to maintain a secure work environment.

Required Skills / Abilities / Competencies

• High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory.
• Valid Drivers license
• A minimum of 1-2 years of forklift experience is required.
• Candidates must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic math and measurement skills are essential.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Capacity to remain standing throughout the shift.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of sustained employment in a manufacturing setting is highly preferred.

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Lifting Capacity:
  Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. using correct lifting techniques.
• Heat Tolerance:
  Capable of working in high-heat conditions.
• Mobility:
  Role includes occasional stooping, kneeling, and crouching, in addition to continuous standing and movement within the facility.