Material Handler

Job Summary
The primary function of the Distribution Material Handler is to safely, effectively, and productively execute their Inbound, Outbound, Inventory, Safety, 5S, and Housekeeping assignment.
.Duties and Responsibilities
• Ensure safe, clean, and organized work areas.
• Promotes a positive work environment.
• Inspect all material handling equipment prior to use and submit appropriately completed inspection card.
• Operate all machines, equipment, tools, and devices safely and per Standard Work Instructions, Rules, and Regulations.
o Render out of service and report immediately: defective, damaged, or improperly working machines, equipment, tools, or devices
• Complete 5S Assignment per expectation.
• Complete Housekeeping Assignment per expectation
• Actively participate on campus / plant / department work groups.
• Scan materials using bar code reader prior to picking and / or loading.
• Pick customer orders per Standard Work Instructions.
o Palletize, or assemble orders for shipment.
o Notate units and pallets picked and staged, on the Pick Sheet.
• Load customer orders per Standard Work Instructions, and governmental rules and regulations.
o Cut and install dunnage where required.
o Brace and or block outbound shipments to ensure the shipment is loaded and braced per company standard, and rail / ocean / government requirements and regulations, and will safely transport without damage.
o Document craftsmanship of outbound customer shipment, by taking pictures per Standard Work Instruction.
• Unload inbound shipments.
o Check and Verify actual items received, against shipping papers.
i. Includes: quantity, product number, condition of item.
ii. Sign and date validated shipping paper (receiver,) and submit to Shift Leader.
• Stock received items per:
o FIFO (First In First Out)
o Standard Work Instruction
o Prescribed direction.
o Capacity / Governmental / Insurance rules, requirements, and guidelines.
• Pack or repack material as required.
• Apply required labels, stickers, markings.
• Apply stretch wrap to pallets as required, and per Standard Work Instruction.
• Verify accuracy of shipment versus order and take required corrective action.
• Accept and engage in assignments, as business and operational needs dictate.
Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge/Experience:
• Knowledge of safety practices required when operating a forklift and while loading and unloading various types of transportation equipment.
• Ability to investigate and report a safety incident.
• Ability to prepare and submit a work order.
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• Knowledge of the manufacturing plants product flow and the location of all products in the warehouse.
• Knowledge of the SynTec brands and all private label products including CCW, and any special product requirements.
• Certified and competent in the laws and requirements for the receipt, storage, and shipping of hazardous materials.
• Competent in the use of SFIS.
• Reading – pick lists, packing lists,, bill of lading, inbound schedules, labels, product codes, tags, etc.
• Math - calculations of output, sheet length, linear feet, and solve basic algebraic equations
• Writing - Complete pick lists, bill of lading, shift hand-off, 5S checklist, maintenance work order, and any department worksheets not mentioned.
• Communications – Interact with Operations Supervisor and Shift Leader. Participate in Safety, COS, and Campus / Plant / Department work groups.
• Computer skills - SFIS computer, Outlook, Word, Excel necessary for sending electronic communications, writing reports, preparing postings, developing check sheets, and preparing or updating method sheets
• Problem solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Forklift operation
Educational Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED
Equipment Used:
• Forklift, stretch wrap machine, ICC bar lock, dock plate, 2-way radio.
• Knives, scissors, hammer, crowbar, power saw, chocks, tape measure, socket set, wrenches.
• Computers, printer, fax, telephone, tablet, barcode scanner.
Work Environment:
• Time Worked:
o Days - Fixed Schedule,
o Select Work Hours
o Select Schedule
• Travel:
o Under 10% of your time will be spent traveling.
• Work Environment:
o Job conditions include but are not limited to the following:
 Extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
 Exposure to loud noises that will require hearing protection.
 Exposure to hazardous materials including but not limited to mica dust, combustible dust, solvent fumes, etc.
 Exposure to moving mechanical parts including conveyors, turret, core hopper, etc.
 Occasionally work in high places using safety cage.
Physical Requirements:
NEVER
OCCASIONALLY
FREQUENTLY
CONTINUOUSLY
(0-30%)
(31-60%)
(61-100%)
LIFTING OR CARRYING
• 1-10 LBS
x
• 11-20 LBS
x
• 21-40 LBS
x
• 41-50 LBS
x
• 51 OR MORE LBS
x
PUSHING OR PULLING:
• 1-40 LBS
x
• 41-50 LBS
x
• 51 OR MORE LBS
x
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NEVER
OCCASIONALLY
FREQUENTLY
CONTINUOUSLY
(0-30%)
(31-60%)
(61-100%)
BENDING OR STOOPING
x
REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL
x
DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES
x
OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS
x
CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.)
x
WALKING
x
STANDING
x
SITTING
x
WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES
x
REPETATIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS)
x
VISION
x
HEARING
x
DEXTERITY
x
HAND EYE COORDINATION
x
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:
• Ear plugs
• Electrostatic discharge safety shoes with composite or steel toe
• Safety Glasses/Goggles – Foam fitted
• Safety Vest may be required for certain positions
• Tyvek lab coat or similar protection from materials used in processes
• Nitrile gloves
• Cut resistant gloves
• Heat resistant gloves and sleeves
• Dust mask/respirator
Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.