Material handler

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Gallatin, Tennessee

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Forklift, Hand Tools, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Mathematics, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Flow, Production Schedule, Safety Process, Sales, Training/Teaching, Warehousing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Gallatin, Tennessee
POSTED
13 days ago

Warehouse Associate – Material Handler

Job Summary:

The role of the Warehouse Associate and Material Handler is to work in a high-performance work organization on a cross functional team that utilizes the employee’s ability to perform multiple tasks and work within a team environment.  Candidates need to be cooperative and willing to apply their skills and rotate positions on a regular basis to make the team successful.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work safely and follow safety rules and procedures.
  • Read, understand, and follow production schedules.
  • Gather materials as needed according to the production schedule and sales order.
  • Communicate effectively with shop leads for flow of product through the plant.
  • Maintain production information and documentation as appropriate.
  • Perform housekeeping duties such as 5S.
  • Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned such as being flexible to cross train and be used in multiple areas and departments.
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
 

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent Attendance
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Basic math and measurement skills
  • Ability to accurately read a tape measure
  • Ability to use power tools and hand tools
  • Ability to operate a forklift
  • Display an attitude of continuous improvement and problem-solving

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
 

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able stand the entire shift
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs

 

 

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