Materials Handler in McPherson

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Job Title: Materials Handler

Shift: (06:00 AM - 04:30 PM [Lunch: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM])

How will you make a difference?

As a Materials Handler on the McPherson-based team, you are the critical link in our supply chain, ensuring the seamless flow of materials that powers our manufacturing excellence. Your precision and attention to detail directly impact our operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and overall plant performance. By expertly managing incoming and outgoing freight, operating material handling equipment safely, and maintaining organized staging areas, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our production processes. You will report to the Production Supervisor and Plant Manager.

What do we want to know about you?

Education

· High school diploma or equivalent required
· At least 2 years of forklift experience

Experience

· 3-5+ years in a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills

· Ability to read and understand blueprints
· Ability to operate a computer to read and input data
· Ability to operate hand tools and read measuring devices
· Ability to read and interpret 3D prints/schematics to complete standard work

Behavioral Attributes

· Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management
· Ability to hold themselves accountable for results
· Mechanical aptitude
· Ability to think critically and troubleshoot problems

What will your typical day look like?

Role and Responsibilities

· Load and unload freight trucks using a forklift.
· Package material and products per customer specifications. Move to designated location in preparation for shipment.
· Perform incoming material inspections per procedure.
· Perform in process and final inspection of finished goods.
· Complete shipping orders and apply packing slips and address tags to outgoing freight.
· Keep all freight staging areas neat and orderly.
· Operate a forklift in a safe manner and avoid damaging freight and equipment while doing so.
· Check in returned goods, raw materials and purchased products per ATP procedures.
· Perform additional duties as deemed necessary.
· Work safely and maintain a clean work area.
· Solve problems and develop innovative solutions to novel situations that require a fresh approach while still maintaining required standards of safety, stability, and security.
· Coordinate workflow with other members of the team and third-party agents.
· Manage workflow, meet deadlines, and troubleshoot problems on a daily basis.
· Perform additional duties as deemed necessary.

General Duties

· Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
· Complete shipping and quality assurance forms.
· Participate actively in team meetings and group discussions.
· Actively participate in continuous improvement activities or events as required.
· Adhere to Quality Management System Requirements.
· Follow and maintain 5S activities.
· Ability to read and comprehend procedures written in English; fluency in Spanish is a plus.

What about the physical demands of the job?

· Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
· Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
· Position requires frequent standing and repetitive use of hands.
· Bending over, climbing, reaching overhead, kneeling and pushing/pulling are required occasionally.

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