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Material Handler 1st Shift

Job in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55400, USA
Listing for: Mactac North America
Per diem position
Listed on 2025-12-21
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Material Handler
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Material Handler -- 1st Shift

Material Handler – 1st Shift

Mactac North America

Position Summary

Performs a variety of activities involved in the overall running of the production facility. Primary responsibilities include locating and transferring material to and from production equipment for processing.

Key Responsibilities
  • Use the computer to identify what materials are needed at a given piece of production equipment.
  • Use forklift, stand‑up probe, or clamp trucks to locate and transfer material to the production machines and from the machines to storage.
  • Utilize scanners to electronically relocate any material when it is moved.
  • Participate as part of the crew in following environmental, safety, and housekeeping standards and regulations, including emptying waste bins.
  • Assist in inventory counts and purging of aged inventory.
  • Regular attendance is required.
  • Work towards optimizing productivity and waste reduction.
  • Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and maintenance to resolve issues.
  • Perform all 5S activities as assigned in the time frame provided per procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Converting Manager, or Lead Operator.
Skills
  • Experience:

    Minimum 6 months of previous experience in operating forklifts is required. Operating in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Attention to Detail:
    Precision in operation and quality control tasks.
  • Critical Thinking:
    Ability to analyze and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
  • Team Player:
    Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with the production team.
Abilities
  • Basic Math:
    Understanding and application of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, including fractions and decimals.
  • Communication:
    Effective communication is crucial. You will need to communicate and collaborate with colleagues working different shifts, ensuring smooth shift‑exchange and sharing relevant information.
  • Flexibility and Adaptability:
    The ability to maintain regular attendance is crucial. The ability to adapt to varying shift lengths and workdays (8‑12 hour shifts and occasional weekends).
  • Stamina:
    Often involves extended periods of activity and concentration.
  • Time Management:
    Effective time management skills to stay focused, prioritize tasks, and maintain productivity throughout the entire shift.
Education and/or Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Ability to use basic computer systems hardware and software.
  • 1–2 years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
Safety
  • Follow all EHS standards and regulations, facility work rules, and contribute to the safety of all employees, visitors, and contractors.
  • Pre‑start truck safety checklists, shift exchange.
  • Attend all safety training and meetings.
  • Contribute to the Hazard .
Work Environment

This position works in the production facility. Appropriate clothing, eye and foot protection are mandatory, and hearing protection is required in designated areas.

  • Constant standing, walking, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.
  • Required to stand for extended periods without sitting, as well as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, bending, lifting, handling, grasping, and feeling.
Other
  • Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future.
  • Relocation Eligible:
    Eligible or Ineligible for Relocation.
Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

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