Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Wanco Inc. is seeking a Material Handler in our Arvada, CO production facility.

Summary:

The Material Handler is responsible for the accurate receipt, storage, and movement of products to meet company standards of safety, productivity, and quality, consistent with ISO 9001 manufacturing requirements.

The candidate must be able to add value to an already strong and proven team-based culture.

Essential Functions:

-          Safely and efficiently handle and move materials within the stock room and production areas

-          Utilize mechanical knowledge to operate equipment such as RF scanners, order pickers, and occasionally sit-down and stand-up forklifts

-          Load and unload materials from trucks or other transportation vehicles

-          Maintain accurate inventory records using container-based inventory management systems consistent with FIFO methodology

-          Follow proper procedures for labeling, packaging, and storing materials

-          Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines, including OSHA standards

-          Collaborate with warehouse supervisors and team members to ensure smooth operations

Qualifications:

·         High school diploma or equivalent qualification. (Required)

·         Physically able to lift up to a maximum of 75 pounds. (Required)

·         Availability to work overtime including weekends. (Required)

·         Strong organizational and communication skills. (Required)

·         2 years’ experience in a similar role. (Preferred)

·         Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) forklift certification. (Preferred)

Preferred Additional Skills:

Previous forklift experience

·         Basic or intermediate understanding of Lean Manufacturing methodologies including 5S.

·         Understanding of warehouse inventory principles such as stock rotation and velocity in a manufacturing environment.

·         Experience working within an ISO 9001 qualified environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility to work in a large factory setting with walking, pushing, lifting, standing, and sitting, while maintaining PPE requirements.
• Shift: M-F 10 hours daily (6a-4:30p), with frequent Saturday work.
• Some local travel with company vehicle may be required

Reporting: This position reports to the Material Supervisor.

Salary Range : $20-$21 per hour.

Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life, 401k). Paid time off and holidays.

Eligible to participate in Wanco’s standard benefits package.

Wanco Inc.

Address: 5870 Tennyson Street, Arvada, CO 80003 | wanco.com

Company Description

Wanco is the industryʼs leading manufacturer of highway safety and traffic control products. Innovation and new product development have made us what we are, and will continue to carry our reputation forward, well into the future.

Wanco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Company Description

Wanco is the industryʼs leading manufacturer of highway safety and traffic control products. Innovation and new product development have made us what we are, and will continue to carry our reputation forward, well into the future.\r\n\r\nWanco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.