Material Handler

Material Handler

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Job Summary:

• Functional Operations:
  Deliver raw materials and components to production areas based on schedule and demand
• Load and unload trucks safely using pallet jacks and walkie riders
• Perform inspections of incoming materials and prepare accurate documentation
• Conduct regular inventory checks and monitor material flow aligned with production requirements
• Operate and maintain tools and mobile equipment (e.g., forklifts, walkies)
• Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement:
  Support implementation of efficient material movement systems to improve workflow and minimize downtime
• Participate in identifying and resolving material flow bottlenecks
• Suggest improvements to inventory tracking, documentation, and logistics processes
• Training & Team Support:
  Train peers at the same or lower level on departmental tasks, safety practices, and equipment operation
• Support new team members during onboarding and assist with hands-on learning
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:
  Communicate clearly with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments to coordinate materials delivery and pickup
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve material flow or inventory discrepancies
• Quality, Safety, & Compliance:
  Ensure all material handling activities comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety regulations
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following 6S principles
• Support processes to meet quality, regulatory, and customer standards
• Perform regular equipment checks, including cleaning and fluid replenishment
• Maintain flexibility to work all scheduled shifts as business needs require

Qualifications:

Requirements
- Required and/or

Preferred Education:

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED), or 2 years of prior experience in functional area
• Preferred:
  Forklift Operator Certification (OSHA Compliant) HAZMAT Certification / Hazardous Materials Handling OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour General Industry Certification

MUST-HAVES:

• Safety-conscious attitude and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)

NICE-TO-HAVES:

• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Experience operating mobile equipment (forklift, walkies)
• Familiarity with chemical/oil labeling and storage

Physical Demands:

During the standard workday, the employee must be capable of performing the specified activities for 100% of the workday, including:

• Sit: 5%
• Walk: 10%
• Stand: 75%
• Lift: 10%

Required Lifting and Carrying:
Not required (0%), Occasional (1%-33%), Frequent (34%-66%), Continuous (67%-100%)

Employee must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move:

• Up to 10 lbs.:
  Frequent
• Up to 20 lbs.:
  Frequent
• Up to 35 lbs.:
  Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.) Occasional

Benefits & Perks – What's in it for you:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.

Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.

Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.

Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.

Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.

Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your…