Material Handler / Yard Jockey

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

MUST BE ABLE TO BACK A 53 FT TRAILER IN TO A DOCK

This is not an OTR position

CDL IS NOT REQUIRED

APPROXIMATELY 5-8 TRUCKS MOVED PER SHIFT

WEEKLY PAY

Pay rate: $22.00 per hour after 90 days

Shift: 2p to 10p Monday through Friday

Shift Premium

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision

401k match

Annual bonus opportunity

JSP is seeking additional team members to support company growth related to the production of automotive, HVAC, packaging, sports and a variety of consumer goods markets. We strive to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value JSP and of our customers.

Our Detroit, Michigan location is in need of a Material Handler/Yard Jockey to support the achievement of daily Material Handling goals by moving, loading, unloading and transferring of raw materials and finished goods and operation of the recycling units.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Package materials in sacks/cartons/boxes and bulk, completing required documentation, labels, etc. Perform quality/density checks, ensuring only quality products are shipped to customers.
• Operate recycling systems to provide refeed materials for the extrusion department. This includes but is not limited to, the unloading of scrap trailers, inspection of scrap parts, timely and continual stocking of grinder conveyers, monitoring of material transfers, and changing of screens.
• Load and unload as needed for shipping and receiving functions. Follow procedures to ensure accuracy of deliveries and shipments. Move deliveries to proper locations in the plant. Put away raw materials in appropriate location ensuring First In First Out (FIFO) process is followed.
• Weigh all incoming and outgoing trailers.
• Maintain yard truck fluid levels and running condition of yard truck.
• Maintain accurate information pertaining to volume of empty trailer and scrap filled trailers
• Keep Scale computer system up to date regarding trailer status (in or out of service and reason for status), trailer weights, etc.

• A High School diploma or GED is required.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good organization, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and direction.

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

This position requires the ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing. Must be able to operate a forklift truck, which requires the use of arms and legs, the ability to get onto truck and depth perception to stack and/or move crates or other material. Must have finger dexterity and be able to see and hear. Must be able to climb and work from a ladder. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Safety equipment consists of all forms of PPE such as safety glasses, ear plugs and steel-toed shoes.

Sustainability and innovation are key areas of focus for JSP. We are a pioneer in offering products in the market based on a circular economy approach and passionately strive for innovation, sustainability and trustful customer relationships.

JSP continues to develop new products and applications. The company has research and development, as well as manufacturing strategically located industries in Americas, EMEA and Asia. Our goal is to WOW! our customers with innovative high function, high value products. As the market leader with ARPRO, we develop innovative solutions to make products safer, lighter, more cost effective and sustainable. For more information visit

JSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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