Material Handler Portage, MI - 2nd shift

Date published: 09-Nov-2022

Job : 170531

Position Type: Contract

Compensation Range: $19 - $20

Under general supervision, responsible for performing the physical and/or administrative tasks involved in the receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts and supplies along with maintaining records of materials/inventory.

• High school diploma or GED
• Preferred experience in manufacturing

• Ability to meet work schedule and overtime requirements, including weekends.
• Ability to read and understand procedures, safety sheets, instructions, and policies in English.
• Ability to carry out verbal instructions and communicate verbally in English.
• Ability to adhere to safety-related issues, including good housekeeping and ergonomics practices.
• May be required to have workplace organization training and follow procedures, including cross training and teamwork.
• Repetitive nature – stamina to do the work.
• Attention to detail.

• Propensity to speak up when an issue occurs and bring it up.
• Ability to learn new processes, systems, and equipment.
• Teamwork – get along with others; work in a diverse setting; participate in continuous improvement and cross‑functional teamwork; conflict resolution.
• Motivation – grow/learn/progress to next level in skills (willingness/ability to cross train).

• Exert up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to work with and/or sort small component parts.
• Must have good visual perception and demonstrate fine motor skills/ability.
• High energy level.
• Must be able to follow detailed verbal and/or written instructions.
• Must be able to complete detailed documentation accurately.
• Must be able to observe and correct/note minute inconsistencies.
• Must be able to analyze material/inventory issues using independent judgment.