Material Handler

Material Handler

The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring materials are supplied where needed to maintain uninterrupted production flow throughout the Hattiesburg operation. This role supports production, shipping, receiving, and material movement activities through the loading, unloading, verification, replenishment, and transportation of materials and components. Depending on assignment, the Material Handler may operate Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV) and other material handling equipment to support manufacturing operations.

Supply Chain & Logistics Department Responsibilities

Read and understand written work instructions, procedures, and job responsibilities

Load and unload material components in support of daily plant operations

Understand and utilize Bills of Material (BOM) and key sheets

Verify and confirm part numbers, quantities, and material accuracy for receipts, deliveries, and shipments

Utilize hand-held scanners to track engine, generator, and material movements

Understand line replenishment, shipping, and receiving processes

Support production startup and shutdown activities as needed, including flexibility to start before production startup and remain after assembly operations conclude

Perform daily inspections and checklists for equipment, scales, scanners, and other tools required to perform assigned duties

Monitor inventory levels of components and subassemblies and replenish materials using First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory practices

Recognize variances from standard operating procedures and escalate concerns as appropriate

Notify Leads, Supervisors, Material Handlers, or Quality of abnormal parts, defective units, equipment issues, or process concerns

Frequent communication with Team Leads and Group Leads

Perform other duties as assigned

General Responsibilities

Safety & 5S

Maintain a safe work environment and follow all plant safety requirements

Follow all safety, quality, and process instructions and procedures

Practice Stop, Call, Wait Authority when safety, quality, or process concerns are identified

Ensure applicable product and environmental compliance requirements are upheld

Maintain 5S standards, housekeeping activities, tool and gauge protection, and proper material stockage

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Minimum 3 years of industrial manufacturing or logistics related experience

PIV certification

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The Hourly range for this position is $18.50-$21.25. The specific Hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.