Material Handler With Forklift Days.

The Material Handler safely and efficiently moves raw and/or finished products throughout the plant. Assure that all appropriate documentation associated with movement of product/materials is complete and accurate. Perform tasks including production work given by Plant Manager, Material Handling Supervisor, and/or Manufacturing Supervisors. ...

Perks & Benefits

• 1st Shift 7AM-3:30PM, M-F $18/HR
• PAID WEEKLY, every Thursday!
• New owners & management that have made employee satisfaction and recognition a priority!
• These are Direct Hire (not temp) long-term positions for the right candidates
• Much growth opportunity
• Plant stays a comfortable temperature. Free Power Aid on warmer days
• Wonderful Employee Breakroom with all the amenities and beverage/food options including sandwiches.
• Must be willing and comfortable with moving to different departments. Much variety and department rotation where the need is greatest.
• Able to accommodate most languages. Much diversity
• Job training & Shadowing provided for new starts
• All PPE provided, no Steel Toe required.
• $1,500 Employee Referral program
• Clean, Organized, Safety conscious facility

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Accrued Paid time off- 104 accrued hours avai

Responsibilities:

• Working from computer generated work list, moves product and materials throughout the plant
• Ensures safe material handling and operation of forklift
• Transports raw materials to machine operators, and in-process material to other departments as needed
• Helps in other areas requiring forklift operation as required
• Assists in unloading raw materials received from vendors and in loading finished product into semi-trailers for transport to customers as needed
• Maintains good housekeeping standards
• Keeps aisles clean
• Ensures parts are in appropriate place in racks
• Ensures pallets are stored in a safe and orderly manner
• Disposes of scrap in appropriate bins and in a safe manner
• Performs and/or secures assistance in preventative maintenance and repair of forklifts
• Assists in the development of better and more efficient systems for material handling
• Hot strips parts as required
• Work within a team environment
• Could potentially come in contact with hazardous chemicals
• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, railroad cars, trucks and storage areas.
• Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment or processing materials accordingly
• Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.
• Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated areas
• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to Supervisors
• Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas
• Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to truck mechanic

Skills:

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Proven work history

Qualifications:

• Previous Forklift experience a must
• 1year previous production experience in forklift driving and/or material handling
• Must be able to become forklift certified and demonstrate safe operation
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs.
• Able to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach within hand and arm length, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Full hand dexterity
• Able to stand on your feet for long periods of time
• High school diploma or equivalent

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).