Material Handler I

Job Description

Job Description

As a Material Handler, you will play a crucial role in the manufacturing process by efficiently handling and storing materials at various stages of production.

This includes operating forklifts and side loaders, conducting safety checks, communicating with supervisors and inspectors, and ensuring the orderly storage of materials.

Your responsibilities also extend to maintaining inventory, conducting annual counts, and assisting in manual material movement.

The role demands a results-oriented mindset, attention to detail, and a passion for maintaining employee health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and / or Combi-Lift, and side loader for material movement.
• Perform daily safety checks and log inspections.
• Communicate with supervisors to ensure timely material transfers.
• Store materials orderly to prevent damage and facilitate stock counting.
• Maintain the production flow board on material movement.
• Conduct annual inventory counts and check in shipments of raw materials.
• Assist in manual movement of materials not exceeding 55 pounds.
• Observe and practice all safety guidelines and shop rules.

Essential Characteristics

• Results and success-oriented mentality with a sense of urgency.
• Creative and strategic thinker with excellent organizational abilities.
• Detail-oriented and personable with strong relationship-building skills.
• Passionate about maintaining employee health and safety.
• Commitment to developing strong relationships with all company personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• High School education or equivalent.
• Forklift and side loader certification, computer literate, basic math skills, good communication skills, ability to identify material types, sizes, and lengths, good organizational skills, ability to budget time for multiple tasks, ability to physically handle manual loading and unloading of materials, working knowledge of Hone shop operations work instructions.
• At least 2+ years' experience or as deemed sufficient by management.
• Ability to work in an environment that can be cold and hot during different seasons, work safely and quickly, stand for long periods while fulfilling orders.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

LUFKIN US Acquisitions Company LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.