Material Handler shifts

Position:
Material Handler (12‑hour shifts, 5:45 am‑6 pm) – $18.50/hr at Tekni Plex
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Responsible for the movements of raw materials, supplies, work‑in‑process, and finished goods. Must be OSHA‑qualified and proficient at operating a forklift. Requires thorough knowledge of departmental paperwork (sales orders, bills of lading, production schedules, etc.). Must work 12‑hour shifts, 5:45 pm‑6 am on a 2‑2‑3 schedule.

• Inspect and operate powered lift daily.
• Assemble and stage customer orders by pulling/picking the proper product from inventory.
• Follow FIFO on all shipping, WIP, and FG processes.
• Assist with the transfer of finished goods and/or raw material to and from outside warehousing.
• Assist with the training of department personnel.
• Competently and neatly complete all required paperwork including sales orders, bills of lading, loading checklists, 24‑hour shipping logs, trailer inspections, put‑away forms, etc.
• Service the production and extrusion departments in a timely manner to ensure efficiency.
• Maintain A‑O warehouse and work with the production and extrusion departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organization of all finished goods and work‑in‑process material.
• Participate in plant safety and housekeeping activities to ensure a safe work environment.
• Work a 2‑2‑3 rotation, 12‑hour nights (5:45 p‑6 a).

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.

Ability to solve practical problems and handle a variety of variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete reports legibly, understand and follow verbal instructions, read and analyze technical procedures, and present information effectively in one‑on‑one and small group settings.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Must regularly lift up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift up to 80 lbs. Requires clear vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Regular exposure to outside weather conditions and vibrations. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and toxic, flammable, or caustic chemicals. Noise level is usually loud.

Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing