Material Handler I

Material Handler I

Bloomfield CT

Contract - 1st Shift, 5/40

Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM EST

Pay Range: $19.91 - $22.12/Hr.

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k

Requirements: Material Handler I • High school diploma or GED required.

• 1-3 years of experience required.
• Verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
• Team player and detail oriented.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions
• Ability to lift 30 poun
• Attention to detail
• Computer Literacy
• Experience using Microsoft Excel or other similar software Job Summary: Material Handler I The main function of a material handler is to manually move freight, stock, or other materials or perform other unskilled general labor. Job Responsibilities: Material Handler I • Attach identifying tags to containers, or mark them with identifying information.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs.
• Record numbers of units handled and moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Move freight, stock, and other materials to and from storage and production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, and containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, and other equipment.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• Assemble product containers and crates, using hand tools and precut lumber.
• Load and unload ship cargo, using winches and other hoisting devices.
• Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
• Carry needed tools and supplies from storage or trucks, and return them after use.