Material Handler

Grand Rapids Chair Company · 1250 84th St SW

Full-timeLogistics & Supply ChainEntry Level$60,000–$81,000/yr

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## Description Hours are ~ **6:00 AM - 2:30 PM** with occasional mandatory overtime. **SUMMARY** Under direct supervision, the Material Handler operates a powered forklift to move, stack, load, or unload materials in and about the plant, warehouse, staging area, etc. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.** • Using a forklift or pallet jack, moves work order kits and other materials needed to perform work. • Using a forklift, moves, stacks, loads, and unloads materials within and between the plants and receiving docks. • Attaches identifying tags to containers, or marks them with identifying information according to company procedures. • Reads packing slips or bills of lading, or receives oral instructions to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs. • Sorts shipments before loading and unloading. • Assembles product containers and crates. • Packs containers and re-packs damaged containers. • Performs basic functions on the ERP computer system (clocking in and out, work order maintenance) • Keeps work areas neat and clean according to company standards. • Works safely and follows all company rules and procedures. ## Requirements - High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum 6 months experience working in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Functional working knowledge of general hand tools. - Functional computer knowledge required such that one can log times and make simple transactions in the ERP system. - Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting 50-100 pounds. Proper lifting techniques required. - Extended work hours - Valid driver’s license in order to obtain Powered Industrial Truck license issued by Company. - Frequent sitting as required with driving forklift - Frequent walking, occasional bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting. - Frequent reaching above or below shoulder height. - Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting 50-100 pounds. Proper lifting techniques required. - Frequent grasping, pushing pulling, fine manipulation, repetitive hand movements

Salary estimate

$60,000 – $81,000/yr

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