Material Handling Specialist

Material HandlerMonday through Friday 7AM to 3:30PM.Job Summary: The Material Handler, under the direction of the Manager, will be responsible for the staging and movement of raw materials and finished products within the production environment.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Contribute to accident-free operations and compliance to all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements and regulations.Inspect forklift daily, change propane tanks as needed, and safely operate forklift.Ensure extrusion operators and production assistants obtain needed supplies and materials in a timely manner (i.e. capping, dunnage boards, boxes, scrap bins).May assist in wrapping and banding finished material and moving to storage area on occasion.Scan completed material rack before transporting to designated storage area.May assist loading regrind into silos or bags as directed.Assist in the operation and general maintenance of grinders as requested.Provide production support in the staging of bins, skids, and raw materials.Assist in recycling of cardboard and other waste products.Depending on plant (Wood, PVC or Rail), may assist Receiving Department in loading and unloading of trucks.Depending on plant (Wood, PVC or Rail), may observe and document silo readings to ensure appropriate amount of material is available for daily production.Perform additional duties as needed and/or assigned by supervision/management.No prior experience necessary Meet qualification and certification requirements established by TimberTech's Training Resources and Knowledge (TRAK) program Forklift certification Must be self-directed and motivated and able to multi-task in fast-paced Work schedule flexibility, with advance notice, to accommodate needs of the businessCompetency Statement(s): Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Attention to Detail - Being meticulous about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Communication - The ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing. Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Respect - Respect each other, our customers and suppliers. Teamwork - Communicating and working together to serve our customers.Physical Demands: Stand Walk Sit Manually Manipulate Reach Outward Reach Above Shoulder Climb Crawl Squat or Kneel BendWORK ENVIRONMENT: Typical Manufacturing environment with machine noise and dust. Housekeeping of area required.Equal Opportunity EmployerJames Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we're united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.