Material Handler

Transport incoming and outgoing materials to designated areas as assigned. Operate forklift, electrical hoist or other power driven equipment to load or move materials. Supply production area with needed materials from inventory. Load or unload material onto or from pallets, trays, or shelves. Process required paperwork using RF (Radio Frequency) system when/where available. Performs preventive maintenance such as: daily vehicle inspection, recharging batteries, or replacing liquefied propane gas (LP) tank.

This person is expected to promote a team atmosphere necessary to get the job done efficiently and effectively. Evaluate, recommend, and implement changes in the department as necessary. Works with production Supervisors, Production Support Coordinator’s & Inventory Control to make effective changes in Systems and Procedures.

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

· Coordinates material movement between departments per the routing requirements.

· Sorts questionable materials per Quality Control’s request.

· Prints and distributes pick tickets and performs computer transactions as necessary.

· Organize sequence of pulling material and relays information to Material Support.

· Ensures production schedules are met: by timely and accurate processing and movement of goods. Assists during daily peak times to include operating material handling equipment and perform all necessary computer transactions.

· Ensures good communication and feedback with management, employees on their shift and between shifts.

· When assigned, assists the supervisor/area manager with Continuous Improvement Projects, evaluation of new equipment, determination of training needs and interviewing/hiring.

· Monitors and enforces shop floor control systems.

· Studies systems and procedures for opportunities for improvement. Proposes changes to Materials Manager. Assures successful implementation of approved improvements.

· Works with Raymond repair personnel to ensure equipment maintenance is current. Also maintains battery charging stations.

· Works with Area Managers and other production department supervisors to facilitate most efficient carrying out of receiving duties.

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