Material Handler

Summary of Role

The material handler is accountable for ensuring that products of acceptable quality are properly packed in cartons, keeping the manufacturing area supplied with raw materials, and maintaining a steady flow of properly packaged and palletized finished products between the warehouse and manufacturing areas in accordance with customer requirements.

• Movement and preparation of all raw materials and finished products for manufacturing
• Break relief
• Assist technicians and inspector packers when needed
• Disposal of waste to proper containers and regrind product as required
• Prepare finished product for warehouse
• Housekeeping and organization of facility
• Recordkeeping as required
• Operate all material handling equipment
• Change films when needed
• Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor
• Maintain and improve a safe working environment
• Participate in problem‑solving and improvement teams
• Maintain proper amount of additive at machine (color, etc.)

• High school diploma or GED
• Forklift experience preferred
• Must always use correct personal protective equipment (PPE) for the job

• Must have good vision and hearing
• Must be able to lift 55–60 lbs. at continuous intervals throughout the day
• Must have normal dexterity
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Requires frequent bending, squatting, and twisting motions; ability to climb ladders
• Ability to pull finished product and 1000‑lb. gaylords of material using pallet jack
• Maintain a clean and safe work area clear of obstacles and/or scrap product, tools, etc.