Material Handler

NASL is seeking a Material Handler who will be responsible for ensuring continuous production flow by keeping equipment supplied with materials managing inventory accurately and maintaining a clean organized and safe plant environment. This role plays a critical part in maximizing machine uptime and supporting overall manufacturing efficiency.

Responsibilities include:

Equipment Support & Material Flow

• Deliver raw materials components and packaging to production lines according to schedules and operator requests.
• Monitor material levels at machines and replenish proactively to prevent downtime.
• Remove finished goods scrap and WIP from equipment and transport to designated locations.
• Utilize forklifts hand jacks and various carts to move materials throughout the facility.
• Assist operators in basic setups or material changes as needed (within training and safety guidelines).
• Assist with Shipping and receiving practices as required. Palletizing packaging and labeling customer shipments according to customer specifications

Inventory Management

• Perform daily counts of raw materials WIP and finished goods to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Use ERP or barcode systems to record material movements pick orders and update on-hand quantities.
• Use ERP system to print labels and keep raw material labels current.
• Stage materials for upcoming jobs and ensure proper rotation and use of inventory.
• Communicate shortages overages or material issues to supervisors and purchasing.
• Support incoming material inspections and storage of deliveries.

Plant Cleanliness & Organization

• Designate material staging locations throughout the facility for raw materials WIP packaging and pallets and finished goods.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas including aisles material racks docks and production zones.
• Consolidate WIP Inventory to reduce the number of pallets and or carts on the floor.
• Remove debris scrap and recyclables according to plant procedures.
• Perform routine sweeping pallet organization and waste disposal.
• Support 5S initiatives (Sort Set in Order Shine Standardize Sustain).

Safety & Compliance

• Operate forklifts pallet jacks and material handling equipment safely.
• Follow all safety procedures PPE requirements and lockout/tagout guidelines when applicable.
• Report unsafe conditions or equipment to supervisors immediately.
• Participate in safety trainings and audits.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• One year experience in a manufacturing or warehousing environment
• One year forklift experience

Skills & Competencies

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic hand tools safely and efficiently
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality relating to material transactions and placement
• Ability to read and follow written instructions work orders and production schedules
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Cooperative attitude and ability to problem solve with others
• Basic computer skills(Word Xcel Email)

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks
• Work in warm environments non-air conditioned environments
• Ability to bend twist and reach throughout the shift

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing floor with moderate to high noise and heat levels
• May require working in shifts overtime or weekends as production demands
• Wood and other material dust.