Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

The Kelly team is currently looking to fill 2 temp to hire lift truck operator roles at an established company in Kalamazoo. If you are a self motivated individual with previous forklift experience this may be the position for you. 

Hours and Pay 

• 1) 3rd shift  7pm-3am
• 1) 3rd shift rotating  schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday,  Sunday ,Wednesday. Thursday 12 hour shift- 5:20pm- 5:30am 
• Pay:$21.06/hr

The primary job function of this role is: Performing Forklift route duties to include providing correct production materials and packaging supplies to lines and removing finished product. Usage of WH Management system. KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:Unload and receive packing and regrind trailers.Stage shipments for transfersMove regrind/virgin material to/from lines.Create and put away Hus.Keep production supplied with correct packaging.Dump trash using tippers.Operate stretch wrapper.Drain railcars.Other duties as necessary.Technical Competencies:Communication/Teamwork:Ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally and work closely and productively as part of a cross.functional teamAbility to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamwork.Safety:Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies, and procedures.Demonstrates ability to safety load and unload materials to/from designated storage areas, racks and shelves, orvehiclesQuality/Housekeeping:Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.Can demonstrate ability to maintain work area in clean, safe order.Operate Equipment:Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as requiredAbility to feed and operate grinder without jamming or damaging grinder systemInventory Control/Management:Can demonstrate ability to accurately count, weigh, and record number of units of materials moved or handled, usingdaily production sheet or work ticketCan demonstrate proper techniques used to arrange materials/items in specified sequence for assembly and/ordistributionDemonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systemsOrganization:Demonstrates ability to be a self starter and work independently to complete assignments/responsibilitiesDemonstrates ability to organize and prioritize workload as requiredEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalent experienceBasic math and computer skillsForklift certification/licenseGood oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational skillsPretest ability to lift 75 lbs
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