Material Handler

Overview

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Material Handlers are responsible for supplying workstations and material racks with the proper materials, supplies and component parts, typically while operating equipment such as an industrial forklift or tugger. In addition, Material Handlers will transport finished goods and scrap to designated areas while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

• Responsible for delivering supplies, raw materials and component parts to the workstations or material racks in accordance with the Manufacturing Cadence.
• Ensure that finished goods are safely and efficiently transported to designated shipping or staging areas free from damage and properly handled to maintain quality.
• Responsible for identifying, weighing, and tagging scrap prior to transporting to the assigned area.
• Responsible for maintenance of daily recordkeeping and documenting lot control as needed.
• Responsible for removing expired or non-applicable labels on returnable/totes/packaging/containers prior to use at workstation.
• Responsible for verifying that the label matches the product being moved.
• Responsible for organizing and maintaining all material handling supply equipment.
• Responsible for verifying customer returnables are empty when taking them to workstations.
• Responsible for responding appropriately when Andon lights are activated (Equipment Down, Quality or Material Issues).
• Pre-stages material for the Changeover process.
• Responsible for verifying the correct internal dunnage and working condition of containers.
• Follows posted 5S Instructions for their station(s) by performing daily housekeeping and adhering to plant organizational requirements on the assembly floor.
• Follows escalation process.
• Responsible for understanding and participating in all aspects of the continuous improvement process.
• Performs all other functions as required; included are any work assignments relating to the efficient flow of work within JAC Products Inc.

• Ability to pass the necessary testing for equipment licenses (lift truck license and/or tugger license).
• Maintain a team-oriented working environment that allows for individual differences and provide for individual growth.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies and procedure manuals and operating instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Familiar with FIFO (First In – First Out) protocols
• Ability to use various types of tools (manual, electric, pneumatic, etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge of PPE and Safety Systems
• Demonstrated sense of urgency, responsibility and accountability
• Awareness level Lock Out/Tag Out process knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of resins, materials and packaging products.
• Knowledge of lot control & lot control processes.