Amerex - Material Handler

Amerex - Material Handler

Thank you for your interest in a career at Amerex. Our company stands as a global leader in fire suppression products, driven by our commitment to our team members, communities, and customers. We embrace individual differences and actively recruit team members from diverse backgrounds and skill sets, irrespective of race, gender, or ethnicity. At Amerex, we are dedicated to continuous collaboration and innovation, striving to remain leaders in our industry.

Every position is rooted in a culture that aligns with eight guiding principles: Teamwork, Excellence, Communication, Leadership, Environment, Safety, Accountability, and Trust. These principles are the foundation of McWane, Inc. and serve as a compass, offering personal guidance to navigate daily work situations.

Job Description

The Material Handler is responsible for the reconciliation of incoming and outgoing materials and movement of finished goods and material. Move material to appropriate areas throughout the plant and document in accordance with established procedures. Load/Unload trucks and document transaction in accordance with established procedures.

Responsibilities include moving freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment. Sort cargo before loading and unloading. Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information. Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs. Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets. Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected. Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers. Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use. Move materials, equipment, or supplies. Sort materials or objects for processing or transport. Load shipments, belongings, or materials. Mark materials or objects for identification. Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments. Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures. Record operational or production data. Secure cargo. Position material handling equipment. Operate moving or lifting equipment. Monitor cargo area conditions. Clean facilities or work areas. Package materials or products. Connect cables or electrical lines. Shovel materials. Set up material handling gear or equipment and packaging. Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition. Operate packing or other material processing equipment. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, proficiency in written and verbal communication, and good spelling and grammar.
• High degree of attention to detail; demonstrates accuracy and self-directed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Experience with Inventory tracking software desired.
• Experience with data entry software and handheld computer device software.
• Must be able to pass "Forklift Certification" process.

Summary of working conditions may involve potential exposure to hazardous materials, and environmental changes (heat/cold), and the employee must be able to work under stress occasioned by production requirements, personnel, and the needs of other departments, utilizing proper body mechanics.

Physical requirements include considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, standing, stooping, and handling tools and materials. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work will involve frequent lifting of materials and product up to 50lbs. Employee will be occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, and walk.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.