Material Handler

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned as required.

• Transport parts within the manufacturing facility to the next operation and/or shipping & inventory areas by operating a forklift truck or other motorized equipment.

• Distribute material to the next operation based on proper stock rotation.

• Determine the distance between objects.

• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.

• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.

• Maintain a neat & orderly facility by following all established material stocking parameters and correcting any non-conformities as soon as possible.

• Stack pallets or other items for movement operating a forklift truck. This may entail getting off the fork truck.

• Conduct and document forklift inspection at beginning of shift.

• Perform audit checks as necessary to confirm part identification.

• Conform to Teamwork efforts of the company.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified candidates must have a demonstrated record of taking initiative, following directions and meeting goals and objectives. The ability to learn new tasks quickly and work in a fast-paced team environment is critical. Exceptional organizational skills are a must. The ability to safely operate a forklift; forklift license or prior forklift experience is a must. Qualified candidates must also have a good attendance record and a positive outlook. You must be able to work independently. Experience with computers is preferred as cross training is a critical component of this position.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

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

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

• Develop alternative solutions.

• Keep emotions under control while under stressful situations.

• Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.

• Present numerical data effectively and accurately.

• Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.

• Promote a harassment-free environment.

• Work with integrity and ethically.

• Follow the Company’s policies and procedures.

• Prioritize and plan work activities.

• Use time efficiently.

• Approach others in a tactful manner.

• Accept responsibility for own actions.

• Deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Be consistently at work and on time.

• Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.

• Arrive at meetings and appointments on time.

• Ask for and offer help when needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of AS400 Inventory software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Forklift License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position operates within a manufacturing plant environment. The role involves interactions with employees and managers. The job requires some repetitive tasks, standing and ability to lift up to 40 pounds. See CVG physical demands analysis for the position.

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 fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Shift: 1st

Starting Pay Rate: Material Handler Level 1