Material Handler

955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas
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 1st Shift (5:00 am - 3:30 pm; M - Th)
 Starting Wage $22.68
 The Material Handler is an Individual Contributor responsible for handling materials and products to maintain appropriate flow through production areas. Responsible for receiving, issuing, and physically moving material in an accurate and efficient manner.

Essential Functions:

Prepare poles in loads for shipping
 Unload materials in a timely manner upon arrival to the facility
 Maintain documentation of materials being received and shipped
 Inspect each load for safety and quality
 Maintain organization and cleanliness of the yard area
 Operate lift equipment in a safe manner
 Other duties as required and/or assigned
 Important Details about the Role
 Provide accurate and timely documentation of material and product movement to ensure the accuracy of the computer inventory system and the physical location and organization of inventory
 Interpret production plans and shipping orders to provide the required levels of material handling and shipping.
 Conduct inventory cycle counting and reconcile inventory discrepancies
 Work under conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits
 Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment
 Actively participate in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
 This position reports to the Production Supervisor

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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 One (1) year of previous experience operating a forklift/heavy equipment
 Must be able to obtain forklift certification
 The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings
 The ability to read a tape measure
 The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
 The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
 The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
 The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment
 The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
 Ability to become Valmont trained and certified overhead crane
 High awareness for safety at all times
 Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in the production facility
 Read blueprints and specifications
 Maintain a safe and productive working environment
 Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
 High School Diploma or GED equivalent
 One (1) year of previous experience in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment
 Forklift certified
 Knowledge of quality requirements and standards
 The ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problem with the minimum amount of assistance from the supervisor
 The ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors
 The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
 Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
 Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
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