Role Summary

The role of the Material Handler is to follow rotation schedule for each established cell. Stocking production line following Min-Max rules with parts on a first in – first out (FIFO) basis. Maintaining responsibility for the preservation of all parts in the assigned cell.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, conveyors and other types of transporting equipment, either manually or with aid of material handling devices. Transporting material to and from departments and workstations, using hand trucks, fork lifts, tote boxes and other material handling equipment.
• Follows all work instructions and procedures. Reads work orders for movement of materials to the production line on a FIFO basis.
• Counts or weighs items to be moved, labels materials prior to being moved if applicable, counts and stacks received materials, moves material and dunnage within storage area to and from the loading area using forklift truck, hoist motorized conveyor or other material handling equipment.
• Cycle count material as requested by the Material Supervisor (or designate). Interacts with and assists other material handlers to ensure adequate stock is available to maintain production. Restock line at end of shift and notifies Material Supervisor of any stock deficiencies.
• Participate in recycling program where applicable. Cleans up any spills if one occurs and keeps responsible cell area and equipment clean.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

Required to rotate between each cell on a weekly basis. Associates will be required to wear safety equipment as indicated by the job (i.e. gloves, safety glasses, etc.). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 52 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Associates must also be able to discern various shades of color for all materials.

Additional Information

Perform any other duties requested by the Material Supervisor or Management. May operate automotive vehicles to transport material equipment, supplies and personnel from one location to another, inside or outside confines of plant or company

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