Forklift​/Material handler

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Forklift Material Handler-Cedar Rapids
Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!
Who We Are
At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America. As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values.

Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

We are searching for a motivated Forklift/Material Handler that will be part of our manufacturing plant team. The Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the distribution process by ensuring efficient handling, movement, and storage of materials and products. Core responsibilities include but are not limited to loading and unloading materials, order picking (case pick), organizing inventory, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

This position is vital to meeting on time shipping requirements and contributes to the overall success of the distribution operation. In your role with Associated Materials Innovations, you will ensure our products maintain the highest level of quality satisfaction our customers expect. At AMI, we as a community work together and believe excellent results begin with you!

• Ensure materials that are physically counted on dock match packing list and purchase order data. If discrepancies arise question dock personnel or purchasing when receiving items into AIMS through use of manual input.
• Organize and distribute receipt labels upon receiving new materials.
• Communicate PO needs/issues to Corporate Purchasing on a daily basis.
• Manually issue out materials from AIMS for individuals without a scan gun or other special occasions.
• Answer calls from production departments regarding inventory levels and delivery times.
• Complete packing slips for outbound rack/scrap loads for vinyl, aluminum, cardboard and paper; also transfer orders to receiving plants.
• Validate scrap vinyl, and aluminum log sheets against database reports for accuracy.
• Assist floor personnel with checking inbound materials and inventory discrepancies.
• Process transfer orders in AIMS for material transferred to other receiving plants and correct material discrepancies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including cross‑training and floor support as needed.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience of 2-3 years in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass company required training and certification for forklift license.
• Basic math skills required to perform accurate inventory counts and quantity verifications.
• Ability to adapt in a fast‑paced environment and motivated to become well‑versed within multiple areas of operations.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to work independently or as part of a team and contribute to all areas of operations.
• Clear communication to all team members and ability to read/comprehend English language (Fully Bilingual) is a plus in Spanish and English.
• Committed to cross‑train, learn, and develop your skillset further.
• One who values diversity and takes pride in building a team together.

The atmosphere is that of a manufacturing plant. The position will primarily work where moving machinery produces noise. Employees must wear personal protective equipment that is issued for that location. Temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat. Physical fitness to include movements, positioning, remaining stationary which include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, forward bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, postural balancing, manipulating, trunk rotation, handling,…