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Material Handler
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What they do
A Packager consolidates and packages goods for safe and efficient storage and transport. Works at a factory or at a trade or transportation facility.
$41,700 / year median in Washington
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Material Handler FXI United States, Washington, Longview 1205 Prudential Boulevard (Show on map) Sep 17, 2026 FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in the Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us? Our Longview, Washington facility is a non union manufacturing plant with approximately 30 employees. The site specializes in producing polyurethane foam and other foam products. As a key location within FXI's manufacturing network, the Longview plant is known for its strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence. Team members work in a collaborative, supportive environment where continuous improvement and innovation play a central role.
Pay Range:
$19-21/hour
BASIC FUNCTION
Move material to designated areas maintaining balance and flow through department while keeping productivity and safety a priority.
PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Safely operate forklift.
Move and scan material to proper location in work area.
Load/unload carousel.
Assist with inventory.
Maintain neat and orderly stacks of buns and or materials.
Scan material to correct location(s)
Control and monitor inventories (buns, racks, & finished parts)
Review daily inventory report (901) verifying un-located material.
Unload/load trailers as needed.
Verify conformance to specifications using a tape measure.
Follow 5-S and Safety policies.
All other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE and
EDUCATION
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this task successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or Equivalent
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Certified Forklift License; Valid Driver's License.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Must use basic math skills to count foam components; Ability to read a tape measure in increments of 1/16 or more.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to solve problems in a practical manner.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Basic computer skills preferred, but not required.
QUALITY:
Monitors own work to ensure quality.
QUANTITY
Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
SAFETY & SECURITY
Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
ATTENDANCE/PUNTUALITY
Is consistently at work and on time. Ability to work overtime as required.
DEPENDABILITY
Follows instructions, responds to management directions; Takes responsibility for own actions.
INITIATIVE
Volunteers readily; Asks for and offers help when needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisor responsibilities with this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent average lifting 26lbs. - 50lbs. packaging supplies, empty pallets, & foam
Heavy pushing/pulling 50lbs. - 80lbs. blocks of foam
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working indoors in a production area with no exposure to outside elements
The noise level in the work environment is moderate G. General Quality Requirements Read, Understand and be trained on all related standard operating procedure and work instructions to perform tasks successfully and meet customer and QMS requirements.
For specific quality expectations for this position, reference related SOP's and work instructions
Be qualified to use appropriate measurement device(s) such as ruler, caliper, tape measure, to verify product acceptance and proper machine operation.
Constant visual inspection of materials and product to ensure acceptance
Set aside any material or product that does not meet specification for disposition by appropriate personnel (supervisor, quality representative)
General Safety Requirements:
Fork truck certification, Safety glasses, & follow appropriate safe work practices.