Material Handler II Weld Fabrication Department

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Home / Material Handler II (1:00pm – 9:30pm) Weld Fabrication Department

In this job you will move materials between cells/departments and the central warehouse, check identification for quantities and part number, and perform inventory transactions in the business system.

• Unload, move and store a variety of materials, parts or products. Conduct Bin Maintenance as needed.
• Unload incoming materials, check identification for quantities and part number, report shortages or damaged material, move to storage areas.
• Move materials between cells, following routing, delivery tickets or orders.
• Fill orders from storage areas and warehouse stock and deliver to designated cells.
• Operate hand truck and powered lift trucks to move materials and stack loaded pallets.
• Load outgoing trucks using hand truck or operating lift truck.
• Accurately perform inventory transactions using the G&W business system.
• Perform cycle counts as requested.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of material handler tasks as needed.
• Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms as needed.
• Must be able to move, unload, and put-away a variety of materials with a PIT (Power Industrial Truck). Will be responsible for unloading trailers, picking from a rack and bin system, and put-away from a rack and bin system.

• Must be able to safely use pallet jacks, forklifts, stackers and other manual and powered moving equipment.
• Must be able to read and interpret Bills of Material.
• Must have intermediate level computer skills.
• Has the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others to support the manufacturing processes.
• Must have proof of previous forklift certification and demonstrate core competence and safe working knowledge of both sit‑down and stand‑up PIT (Power Industrial Truck).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Holds a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Has 1‑3 years of manufacturing experience, ideally in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Must be able to operate powered lift equipment such as forklifts and stackers and pass written and practical evaluations.
• Has 3‑5 years of PIT (Power Industrial Truck) or forklift experience.

• Work is classified as Medium – Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor’s Dictionary of Occupational Titles.
• Frequencies – Occasional (1‑33%);
  Frequent (34‑66%);
  Continuous (67‑100%).
• Lifting Demands:
  • Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance.
  • Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist.
  • Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet.
  • Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance.
• Postural Demands:
  • Standing – continuous.
  • Walking – continuous.
  • Bending/stooping – frequent.
  • Squatting/kneeling – frequent.
  • Lifting – frequent.
• Variable hand/power tool use – frequent.
• Two‑person tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including engine stands, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and hoists.

Pay Range is typically between $20 – $23 per hour. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air‑conditioned/heated state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable…