Hourly DC Material Handler

Description

EJ has an immediate opening for a Material Handler on 2nd Shift.

Generous Benefit Package that includes : Vacation & Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, 401K (with match), Life Insurance, etc.

About EJ :

We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks.

EJ is a family-owned company with corporate headquarters located in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883.

Globally, we employ over 2,500 people, have operations in 13 countries and sell our products in over 100 countries. We are looking to reinforce our market leadership and are seeking dedicated employees to join our team in the quest of our vision.

The core strength of our business is our dedicated employees. Employees who embrace our values, understand the importance of relationships, and strive for excellence.

Our values, which have been passed down for generations, are the essence of our company’s identity and our guide for making decisions.

Core values at EJ include safety and security, honesty and integrity, environmental responsibility, respect for others, quality and excellence, and social responsibility.

We are seeking high-performing individuals who are interested in contributing their talents to an innovative and growing company

Location : Sunfield, MI

SUMMARY

Supports and assists the sales function by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reads work orders or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets and trucks by hand or forklift. Installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Lifts heavy objects by hand or with power hoist, and cleans work area, machines, and equipment.
• Operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
• Works and 8-hour shift with 30-minute lunch break and two scheduled 15-minute breaks.
• Promotes safety awareness, accident prevention, and employee involvement with regard to a safe work environment. Ensures employees understand the safety expectations of the organization.
• Promotes the company culture, the mission and vision, and the core values of the company.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job 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 functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Driver's License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to approximately 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.