Material Handler

Description

For more than 31 years Showcase Window & Door Company has been an innovator in the window and door in 1994 Showcase Window & Door Company has been at the forefront of the vinyl window and door industry. Our vinyl windows and sliding patio doors are highly energy efficient and are designed specifically for the weather conditions in the regions we serve along the Gulf Coast. Following our acquisition by Drum Capital in 2019 we are accelerating growth innovation and operational excellence. We take pride in crafting products that exceed industry standards and were looking for a skilled Material Handler to join our team and support our next chapter of success.

Job Summary:

Safely and efficiently move raw and/or finished products throughout the plant. Assure that all appropriate documentation associated with movement of product/materials is complete and accurate. Perform tasks including production work given by Plant Manager Material handling supervisor and/or Manufacturing Supervisors.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Working from computer generated work list moves product and materials throughout the plant.
• Ensures safe material handling and operation of forklift
• Transports raw and other materials to machine operators and in-process material to other departments as needed
• Helps in other areas requiring forklift operation as required
• Assists in unloading raw materials received from vendors and in loading finished product into semi-trailers for transport to customers as needed.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards.
• Keeps aisles clean
• Ensures parts are in appropriate place in racks
• Ensures pallets are stored in a safe and orderly manner
• Disposes of scrap in appropriate bins and in a safe manner
• Performs and/or secures assistance in preventive maintenance and repair of forklifts.
• Assists in the development of better and more efficient systems for material handling.
• Hot strips parts as required.
• Work within a team environment.
• Could potentially come in contact with hazardous chemicals.
• Any other tasks as required to fulfill Lincoln Industries Beliefs and Drivers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines loading docks railroad cars trucks and storage areas.
• Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies verifies and transports requested raw materials equipment or processing materials accordingly.
• Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.
• Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered removes strapping and wrapping then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.
• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.
• Manages and piles drums skids pallets and other supplies in specified areas.
• Services equipment as needed reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to truck mechanic.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently sit stand walk reach within hand and arm length stoop kneel and crouch.
• Full hand dexterity
• Must be able to stand on your feet for long periods of time

Entry Level Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• 1 year of previous production experience in Forklift driving and/or material handling

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.