Lead Material Handler

Hiring Immediately!

Lead Material Handler in Carrollton, TX

Starting pay: $22.18 hourly + $1.00 shift differential

Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.

Full -Time Benefits and Bi-Weekly pay

The Pittsburgh Paints Company is seeking a Lead Material Handler responsible for receiving, shipping, and handling raw materials, packaging, and finished goods as they enter or leave the facility, including transfers within the site.


Key Responsibilities

• Safety - Lead and train department ensuring all EHS requirements are met and adherence to safe work practices by all employees.
• Ensure 5S tasks are completed daily for department. Complete housekeeping audits and address any gaps.
• Responsible for training new employees in department. Manage training packets of new or transferred employees.
• Provide Direction - Assign tasks to employees based on schedule and targets to safely and efficiently complete the production schedule.
• Communication - Communicate team needs in a timely and professional manner internally and across departments, shifts and levels of supervision. Complete written and computer reports such as end of shift reports;
• Notify supervisors of any safety, performance, operational execution, resourcing issues, incidents or deviations from standard practice;
• Conduct pre-shift meetings.
• Reviewing crewing for department, review vacation calendar, and coordinating coverage for other shifts.
• SAP - Ability to perform necessary inventory and production tasks within SAP.
• Problem Solving - Assist employees and supervisors solving operational problems.
• Perform all other duties associated with department.
• Act as an Emergency Responder for first aid incidents and spill response.
• Move finished goods from production line to shipping or warehouse storage
• Receive and put away inventory using SAP processes
• Load/unload trucks and support production material flow
• Operate forklifts, swing reach equipment, and automated packaging equipment
• Inspect product for defects and ensure quality standards
• Maintain accurate records using RF scanners and computer systems
• Stage materials and keep filling lines stocked
• Maintain clean work area and perform basic equipment checks

Requirements

• Ability to "Lead by Example", Communicate Effectively, train team members and take ownership.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and be able to record progress/procedures/steps as completed.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use SAP, Microsoft Excel and Outlook for e-mail.
• Required to bend, reach and lift, operate/adjust equipment, and carry materials to equipment.
• Lifting up to 75 pounds. Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Wear protective gear including but not limited to: gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, and other PPE as required.
• Operating material handling equipment including forklifts.
• Ability to work in a team environment and take ownership over area of responsibility.
• Strong teamwork and attention to detail

Equipment Used


Forklifts, swing reach/hi-rise equipment, robotic palletizers, conveyors, RF scanners, and general warehouse equipment.


Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship (now or in the future). This includes H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visas).

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