Material Handling - Material Handler

PURPOSEUnder direct supervision handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPhysically handles materials used to construct components and finished products to ensure movement of such items is optimized; lifts carries stacks items as motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment some of which may require specialized attentively to training from foreman or more senior handlers in order to increase own knowledge of work and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety duties may be RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). This is an entry level position where incumbent will receive on-the-job training. COMPETENCIESKnowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipmentManual dexterityKnowledge of safety procedures while performing materials handling tasksAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructionsWORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITYThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential is performed within a production environment subject to temperature variations hazardous chemicals mechanical parts increased noise levels and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds. May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing lifting pushing or kneeling.