First Shift Material Handler

Position: First Shift Material Handler I
5245 Sloan Lane, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89115 United States of America

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* Position Summary

Accurately processes all customer and replenishment orders in a manner to ensure safety, quality and performance goals are met on a daily basis.

Position Responsibilities

* Pull raw material request orders for delivery to specified work centers in production and properly scan in RF device; supply required consumables to production areas and handle disposal of some waste from the production floor, i.e., bad pallets, recyclables, etc.

* Return material to the raw warehouse and consolidate into existing bays where possible upon put away and properly scan in RF device

* Follow all safety procedures, including safety startup checklists at the beginning of the shift for powered industrial vehicles, notifying the team leader/supervisor of any equipment problems immediately, wearing all required PPE, participating in 6S events, and maintaining good housekeeping and execution of standard work

* Report any scrap, damaged product, or quality problems to the team leader/supervisor immediately

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers by willingness to take on additional responsibility and/or support as assigned

Knowledge and Experience Required

* One to four (1-4) years of experience in a warehouse setting

* Good communication skills, English fluency, both verbal and written

* Forklift operator authorization required and demonstrated ability in safe equipment operation, including elevated locations (heights)

* Must be able to comply with manufacturer's weight limit to wear required safety tether for picking at elevated locations

* Demonstrated ability in proper freight handling. Working knowledge of all hazardous shipping rules and regulations

* Willingness to work and to follow instructions

* Reading ability sufficient to identify labels and understand written documentation

* Cooperative attitude toward co-workers and supervisors.

* Willingness to partner, collaborate with teammates, and take on additional duties and projects as needed

* Skills in operating a forklift, reach truck, and order picker are preferred, but not required (applicant will be required to complete the company powered industrial truck certification training and operate an order picker within first 3 months)

Education and Certification

* High school diploma or equivalent required