Senior Material Handler

Senior Material Handler

Powell is a manufacturer of switch gear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring a Senior Material Handler at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. As a Senior Material Handler, you will be responsible for supporting the designated division or department through the handling, organization and record keeping of needed materials.

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 2:15pm-12:45am; OT as needed

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Responsible for the receipt, stocking and record keeping of new and existing materials.

• Communicate with staff and management team to identify material needs.

• Fill workstations with appropriate hardware and material, as identified.

• Maintain records of materials using a scanner or designated computer program.

• May utilize a forklift to transport, load and unload materials.

• Must learn and adhere to all safety policies and practices to avoid safety incidents.

• Must learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure consistent production.

• Ensure quality by following standard work/process instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma preferred

• 4 years of experience in a material handling role within a manufacturing environment

• Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing atmosphere.

• Ability to learn computer systems, databases and a variety of software programs.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

• Ability to walk, stand and be physically active for extended periods of time.

• Fluent in English and capable of communicating with co-workers.

• Forklift experience preferred.

• Previous experience in an Industrial or Warehouse setting

• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail.

• Capable of maintaining an organized work area.

• Must be self-motivated and proactive.

• Willing to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, and weekends as needed.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection at times, safety harnesses/ fall protection equipment as required).
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders continuously and / or scissor lifts while performing overhead work.
• Working at heights usually no higher than 10 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction
• Continuous standing and walking
• Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.
• Frequent use of hand tools and power tools