Extrusion Material Handler

AHF; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 44,083,200 - 57,859,200; Full time

Job summary

AHF Products is seeking a Material Handler to move and advance materials, load an automated line, pack and label by hand, and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Roles require adherence to safety rules, SOPs, and 5S practices. You will report production metrics and work in a non-climate-controlled environment with regular shifts and physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety rules in a manufacturing setting.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for long periods.
• Pass a background check as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs to supply raw materials to production lines.
• Transport WIP materials safely across production areas.
• Maintain 5S standards in all work areas and keep tools clean.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

PPE compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Material Handler is responsible for moving and advancing materials, placing on an automated manufacturing line or will pack and label materials by hand and perform housekeeping functions.

JOB DUTIES

• Strictly comply with all safety rules, procedures, and PPE requirements in the manufacturing environment.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for supplying raw materials to production lines to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Adhere to SOPs for the safe and efficient transport of Work-In-Process (WIP) materials throughout all stages of manufacturing.
• Attend and actively participate in daily pre-shift production meetings.
• Apply and maintain 5S standards across all production work areas.
• Immediately report any lost, damaged, or non-conforming raw materials to the Supervisor.
• Accurately track daily production performance and submit required reports to the Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper care and daily cleaning of tools and equipment.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must demonstrate responsibility and accountability.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Position requires frequent standing, walking, and bending throughout the shift.
• Must be able to work in a non–climate-controlled environment.
• Previous extrusion experience is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently will push, pull, carry, and lift 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping, and repetitive movements.
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Frequently must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.
• Exposure to noise environment requires hearing protection.
• Must be able and willing to work in non-temperature-controlled environment, exposed to weather conditions.

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Make decisions.
• Develop options and implement solutions.
• Work with a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively.
• Work with a sense of urgency.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA).
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment.

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.