Position Title: Material Handler
Reports To: Machining Supervisor
Summary of Duties:
· Monitor the manufacturing schedule, and jobs at all assigned machines or work stations, as well as the next job staging areas, and make sure parts are moved to the appropriate location as needed, so machines are not waiting on material, and all of the staging positions are full, if there are enough jobs available. This is your primary responsibility, and should not require a request from your supervisor to insure it happens.
· Constantly check all of the assigned machines for the status of their jobs, when they will be needing the next job, and provide timely updates to your supervisor if you cannot accomplish these goals. These routine checks will also provide the information needed for the schedule updates.
· Update the machine schedule with the current job running, the next job planned, and possibly one or two jobs to follow.
· Need to be licensed forklift driver, and drive/work in a safe manner.
· Follow all company policies, department standard operating procedures, safety procedures, quality procedures, ISO procedures, and any other verbal or written instructions.
· Work in a safe manner, without endangering yourself or other employees. Coach any employee using unsafe practices, and/or alert the area supervisor, safety committee member, or member of management. Use all appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) for job.
· Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays, to support production requirements.
· Provide training for new department members as required.
· Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education/Training/Experience:
· Prefer high school diploma or GED.
Physical Requirements:
· Frequently handles and lifts material ranging from 5 to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds. Any loads over 50 pounds, or more than you can safely handle, MUST be done with the help of another employee, a forklift, or with a crane.
· Exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, oil, coolant, or break room/restroom trash or waste is routine. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is available, and must be used to protect from any personal exposure to contaminants. Overhead doors are frequently open which allows any outdoor pollens, allergens, etc. inside buildings. Frequently works outside, so exposure to the elements is common.
· Requires standing or walking most of the time, plus frequent bending and reaching to move material. Frequent use of both hands/arms, working together, to get parts or jobs, and move them to the next operation. Occasional stooping or climbing is required.
· Must have good vision, for both close up work, and distance.
· Must be able to hear and understand verbal instructions, plus hear emergency instructions.
Job Skills/Tools Required:
· Thorough understanding of machine schedule, routings/work orders, machines or areas supported, and proper completion of required paperwork.
· Ability to safely use pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and a license for forklift use.
· Ability to understand written or oral instructions, safety rules, company policies, etc.
Personal Skills:
· Ability to work smoothly with a diverse work force, including shop employees, your supervisor, support personnel, and management.
· Ability to train other employees in safe and efficient methods.
BACKGROUND CHECK AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN REQUIRED.