Material Handler--2nd Shift

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Material Handler is responsible for a wide variety of plant and production support.

CORE & ESSENTIAL

TASKS:

Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work site, performing any combination of following duties: reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved. Loads and unloads materials onto or from trucks, trailers, pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand, if necessary. Conveys materials to or from storage or work sites to designated area, using lift truck or hand truck if necessary. Lifts heavy objects by hand or using power hoist, and cleans work area, machines, and equipment, using broom, rags, and cleaning compounds, to assist machine operators. Performs cycle counts in accordance with process. Ensure yard and containers are kept clean and organized. Assist in other areas of the plant when necessary. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Proven experience as a materials handler is preferred. Ability to operate all of the necessary handling machines and tools (i.e. splicer). Must be able to read directions and manuals. Working knowledge of diverse machinery and tools. Adheres to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear). Must possess analytical skills and an excellent attention to detail. Ability to work individually or in a team setting and with good communication skills. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; technical degree is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee is required to sit, stand, walk climb, balance, carry, push, pull, reach, and adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for extended periods of time. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Hearing and vision required to be within normal ranges. Ability to accurately distinguish color variation. Read at, above, and below shoulder height. Sufficient manual dexterity required to operate equipment. Ability to use a telephone for communication. Ability to communicate orally in a clear, concise and effective manner with the co-workers, company representatives, management, and staff in face-to-face, one-on-one and group settings. Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance at the facility. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, chemicals and/or airborne particles, high pressure fluids, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Must be tolerate to inclement weather, including heat and cold. Normal range of tolerance to household and other types of typical industrial/construction chemicals and solvents. The manufacturing plant is not climate controlled.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

United Plastics Corp, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable law.

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person