1st Shift Material Handler I

FHLB Des Moines; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 19,286 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Discretionary cash profit sharing

Job summary

Oatey is hiring a 1st Shift Material Handler I in Cleveland, OH. The role focuses on accurate processing of customer and replenishment orders while upholding safety, quality, and performance goals. You will operate a forklift, manage materials, and work within a supportive, collaborative team.

The position requires 1–4 years in a warehouse setting, ability to read documentation, and compliance with safety protocols. Competitive wages and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read labels and understand written documentation.
• Experience in a warehouse environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pull raw material orders and scan using RF device.
• Supply consumables to production and manage waste disposal.
• Return material to warehouse and consolidate into bays.
• Follow safety procedures and report equipment issues immediately.
• Maintain good housekeeping and teamwork.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Reading labels

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Order picker

Job description

## 1st Shift Material Handler IApplylocations: Cleveland, OH (Manufacturing)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R70684700 West 160th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 United States of America**Why Oatey?**Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?-**1st Shift Schedule:**Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.**Position Summary:**Accurately processes all customer and replenishment orders in a manner to ensure safety, quality and performance goals are met on a daily basis. **Position Responsibilities:*** Pull raw material request orders for delivery to specified work centers in production and properly scan in RF device; supply required consumables to production areas and handle disposal of some waste from the production floor, i.e., bad pallets, recyclables, etc.* Return material to the raw warehouse and consolidate into existing bays where possible upon put away and properly scan in RF device* Follow all safety procedures, including safety startup checklists at the beginning of the shift for powered industrial vehicles, notifying the team leader/supervisor of any equipment problems immediately, wearing all required PPE, participating in 6S events, and maintaining good housekeeping and execution of standard work* Report any scrap, damaged product, or quality problems to the team leader/supervisor immediately* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers by willingness to take on additional responsibility and/or support as assigned **Knowledge and Experience:*** One to four (1-4) years of experience in a warehouse setting* Good communication skills, English fluency, both verbal and written* Forklift operator authorization required and demonstrated ability in safe equipment operation, including elevated locations (heights)* Must be able to comply with manufacturer’s weight limit to wear required safety tether for picking at elevated locations* Demonstrated ability in proper freight handling. Working knowledge of all hazardous shipping rules and regulations* Willingness to work and to follow instructions* Reading ability sufficient to identify labels and understand written documentation* Cooperative attitude toward co-workers and supervisors.* Willingness to partner, collaborate with teammates, and take on additional duties and projects as needed* Skills in operating a forklift, reach truck, and order picker are preferred, but not required (applicant will be required to complete the company powered industrial truck certification training and operate an order picker within first 3 months)**Education and Certification:*** High school diploma or equivalent required**Compensation Range for the Position:**$13.60 - $17.34 - $21.07 USD**Target Cash Profit Sharing for the Position:**5.00%*Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.***Oatey Total Rewards*** Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance* Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing* Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation* Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents* Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates* Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave* Tuition reimbursement* A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.**Equal Opportunity Employer**The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 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