Material Handler

• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

Description

Shifts: 12HR Day 6AM-6PM

* Base pay is based on job-related skills, experience, credentials, role scope, and location. Candidates outside the posted range are encouraged to apply, as qualifications and market factors may influence consideration.

A Material Handler I is responsible for creating accurate shipping documentation and providing leadership for production related issues in the warehouse. This position will unload, transport, store, record, retrieve, and load all materials throughout the plant in an accurate and efficient manner as well as assist with shipping and recycling responsibilities.

• Operates all warehouse equipment including but not limited to, balers, lift trucks, walkie riders, battery chargers, forklift and shrink wrappers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Receive and load raw materials, finished goods, work-in-process, and mail according to established processes.
• Responsible to transport, store, accurately record and retrieve all materials.
• Have complete knowledge of our Parts Inventory System.
• Read and understand job tickets, manifest and production schedules.
• Responsible for collecting shred, band and load paper materials, cardboard and other various recyclable materials.
• Communicate with machine operators for all work-in-progress and finished goods inventory needed.
• Train individuals in the warehouse as needed, as well as give clear directions to Material Handler II employees to assist department manager insuring crews workloads are met.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized area/department.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tasks to maintain optimal equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with Nahan Lean manufacturing principles.
• Follow all Nahan quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic machine malfunctions.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify quality defects.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical specifications.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team, as well as train and coach.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and listening).
• Excellent time management skills and organizational skills.
• Proficiency/fluent with English language, both written and verbal.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift Experience Preferred. Must be willing to be forklift certified and trained upon hire.
• 2 years previous related experience in warehouse and inventory control preferred.
• On-the-job training provided.
• 100% Employer Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Other Voluntary Employee Benefits i.e. (Accident & Critical Illness)
• 401K & Profit Sharing with Employer Match

The work environmental characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates in a Manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job inside the manufacturing facility, the employee is frequently exposed to normal to moderate working conditions for a manufacturing facility with a noise level that is usually moderate to loud. The role routinely uses printing equipment and machines.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods of time as well as use hands or fingers to…