Material Handler II

PURPOSEUnder general supervision handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines; performs some recordkeeping and quality control duties. Provides guidance and training to less experienced 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 movement of incoming and outgoing materials and supplies and verifies the accuracy of work performed by self and other material to training from foreman in order to increase own knowledge of work new materials employees in the tasks required for efficient movement of materials on the work site including actual handling techniques use of machinery and safety guidelines and procedures. Understands 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) and two (2) years of materials handling experience; or an equivalent combination of education and 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 instructionsGood verbal and written communications skillsWORK 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.