Material Handler (1st shift)

Fair Haven, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Summary:

The material handler in a manufacturing setting is responsible for efficiently moving storing and tracking materials within the facility ensuring a smooth production flow. They are involved in receiving storing picking and distributing materials and products often using equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks. Their duties also include maintaining inventory records ensuring material availability and adhering to safety guidelines.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Understand Production Traveler WI-80
Understand Customer Order Preparation WI-30A
Understand Steel Receiving WI-71
Understand Tooling Receiving Inspection WI-76
Understand WI-22 and the Verification Process
Understands the principle of Lot control and maintaining container tags
Check incoming freight for damage & pack list quantities prior to signing bill (notify scheduler if damage or discrepancy is found and take pictures of damage)
Understands the safe operation of the dock plates and the use of wheel chocks when loading a truck
Perform the operation of the shrink wrapper and verify proper destination label before removing it from wrapper
Knows location of scrap hoppers and types of metal
Understand the handling of rejected Material
Perform other duties as assigned
Remove finished goods from the press areas as work is completed relocate it to shipping assembly verification or hold area.
Utilize scanner to determine placement of finished goods.
Set up Hilo with tools needed for the day
Complete daily log book (check sheet)
Collect scan gun and swap out battery
Collect walkie talkie
Check gas tank and guesstimate how long it will last
Respond to pages for assistance from Pressroom area
Empty scrap hoppers throughout the shift
Scrap hopper (general) for banding etc is emptied at beginning of day
Bring prep dies to presses as needed
Provide containers (skids w/boxes hoppers metal bin (small medium large) pallet boxes (small large) Thai summit totes gray plastic totes depending upon what job number is being done.
Monitor set up sheet on all computers (in PLEX) to indicate what kind of containers are needed what type/kind of steel is needed and where steel is required
Utilize PLEX to check and verify inventory of raw material packaging materials and totes
Create check lists for Auto Maintenance with issues
Navigate Plex to determine tool location within the die racks (some have 2 numbers)

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Minimum one year on a hi-lo

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Hours: 1st shift 7am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday with some mandatory Saturdays. OT available

Wages and Compensation:Based upon experience.

If you would like to inquire further on qualifications for this position or other current openings please contact Natasha Botzen my direct number is or you can email me at

Job Title: Material Handler Job Summary:The material handler in a manufacturing setting is responsible for efficiently moving storing and tracking materials within the facility ensuring a smooth production flow. They are involved in receiving storing picking and distri...