Material Handler

Material Handler

HiFyve is hiring a Material Handler in the Manufacturing industry in St. Louis, MO!

Pay: $20/hr

Shift: 2nd shift 1pm to 9pm M-F

Location: St. Louis, MO

This role supports extrusion production lines by ensuring materials, equipment, and finished goods are handled safely and efficiently. You'll play a key role in maintaining production flow, supporting changeovers, and ensuring proper packaging, labeling, and storage of products and scrap materials.

Job Responsibilities

• Supply raw materials and production supplies to extrusion lines using a forklift
• Complete final pallet pack-outs per process instruction sheets
• Weigh and record A-grade product and scrap on production sheets
• Move finished goods to storage areas
• Backup packing operations during breaks
• Operate pelletizer (startup, monitor, adjust, and clean as needed)
• Weigh, label, and transport regrind materials
• Ensure all scrap is processed through grinding/re-pelletizing systems
• Set up and store auxiliary equipment after production runs
• Assist with mechanical changeovers on production lines
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Enter maintenance requests for malfunctioning equipment
• Troubleshoot issues, prioritize tasks, and take corrective action as needed

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all plant safety policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free workspace

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Forklift certification required
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environments

Technical Skills

• Ability to follow complex written instructions with minimal errors
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience with hand tools
• Experience operating forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, pallet jacks)
• Ability to use measuring tools (scales, rulers, calipers)
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Excel, Outlook, Access)

Core Competencies

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay focused in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving ability with logical decision-making
• Willingness to assist team members and contribute to team goals

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing/warehouse environment with dust, noise, and no A/C
• Work around hot plastic extrusion equipment
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Hands-on role requiring physical activity throughout the shift