Material Handler

About Us:

BW Converting Solutions is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

As a Material Handler, you will receive, identify, transport, store and deliver a wide variety of raw materials and manufactured/purchased parts for additional processing, assembly, machining, or direct shipments. You will also perform different roles: labeling, packing, and loading items for shipments according to specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate materials handling equipment such as forklift, pallet jacks, ladders, hand trucks, overhead cranes, or dollies to move stock or organize storage.
• Work from shop orders, receiving reports, material requisitions, repair order lists and/or verbal instructions to identify disposition of materials.
• Assist with receiving, identifying, issuing, and storing material/parts in established location using appropriate identification method.
• Fill and distribute basic material and repair orders.
• Label, pack, and load items for shipment according to specifications.
• Unload incoming trucks as directed; inspect for damage; compare items and quantities received against freight bills.
• Maintain records of all items received and shipped.
• Perform cycle count to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Detect defective materials, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to supervisor.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste responsibly in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements (USA only). Correctly label and date hazardous waste drums and transfer to authorized waste vendor.
• Recognize spills/leaks and handle as trained and in accordance with company policy.
• Attend team meetings; may provide input on quality, cost, or production issues.
• Communicate effectively and interact with other team members.
• Attend work regularly at the worksite and on any assigned shift or work schedule is required for this position, as is the ability to work overtime.
• Maintain equipment and work area in clean and orderly fashion.
• Work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Forklift Certification.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience working in a manufacturing environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• 1+ years of experience working with Microsoft Programs and data entry.

COMPETENCES:

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not directly lead other team members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift 30 pounds, bend, stoop, kneel, stand, and walk for 8+ hours without assistance.
• Bend, squat, climb, grasp, reach, lift or otherwise move about frequently and for extended periods of time.
• Lift, move or otherwise…