Material Handling Specialist

Material Handler

The Material Handler manually moves freight, stock, or other materials or perform other general labor. Includes all manual laborers to support assemblies for industrial use within the HVAC industry. The Material Handler helps support the daily functions of the assembly and production process of Nexus Valve.

Essential Functions:

• Move 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.
• Stack cargo in locations, such as transit sheds or in holds of ships as directed, using pallets or cargo boards.
• Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
• Guide loads being lifted to prevent swinging.
• Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.

Competencies:

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarifications; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
• Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others; views; Gives welcome feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibilities for own actions; Keeps commitments.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a manufacturing warehouse environment. The Material Handler routinely is required to stand up to 10 hours a day. Frequently exposed to hot and humid or cold (non-weather) work environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The Material Handler continually is required to utilize hand and finger dexterity to operate, finger, handle or feel assembly parts as well as reach with hands and arms. They occasionally are required to walk, climb, stoop, stretch and bend. This position continually utilizes visual acuity to build company products, operate equipment, and read technical information. This position will occasionally lift up to thirty (30) pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 5:00 am 4:00 pm. Occasional overtime may be required.

Travel There is no travel required for this position.

Required Education and Experience:

High School graduate or GED. One or more years of assembly or manufacturing job experience. Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and packaging guide sheets and maintenance instruction manuals. Able to perform product assembly according to approved diagrams, blueprints and/or instructions manuals.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Associate degree or equivalent from a college or technical school; one year or more of related assembly experience; Familiarity with lean manufacturing.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

No special work authorization or security clearances are required for this position unless specific to contract requirements.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Aalberts hydronic flow control, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.