Loader

Atkore Plastic Pipe Corporation; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Atkore Plastic Pipe Corporation in Eugene, Oregon is seeking a Loader I to support shipping operations. The role reports to the Shipping Manager and involves pulling and packing orders, loading and unloading trucks, and ensuring products are secured for transport.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, strong math and counting skills, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds. This entry-level position offers hands-on training and opportunities to grow within a manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good understanding of basic math for counting and calculations.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and up to 70 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Pull and pack orders according to shipping requirements.
• Load and unload trucks and flatbeds safely.
• Inspect products and packaging for damage.
• Package, palletize and secure products for shipment.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Record inbound freight shipments accurately.
• Assist with general warehouse duties and cleanup.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Mathematics

Initiative

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Packaging equipment

Job description

We are currently searching for a Loader I to be based out of the Eugene, OR location. Reporting to the Shipping Manager, this person will be responsible for pulling and packing orders, loading and unloading trucks / flatbeds and making sure the product is secure and safe.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior success as aLoaderor equivalent position at Atkore International and experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.

What you’ll do:

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Knows and follows plant safety rules and wears proper PPE
• Knows and follows yard and dock loading/unloading safety rules and procedures
• Able tolocate, accurately count, and package products for shipment
• Inspect products and packaging for damage
• Package, palletize and bundle product for shipment using means appropriate for method of transportation
• Proficient with all sorts of material handling and packaging devices including forklifts, pallet jacks, and banders
• Accurately receive and record inbound freight shipments
• Correctlyidentifyand put awaypurchased/manufactured fittings
• Aware of overstock areas
• Load out customer willcall’sand other docked van freight
• Unload product from flatbeds and docked van freight
• Able to correctly tiedownloadedflat racks
• Packing accuracy must be at or exceed an acceptable level
• Perform general warehouse duties and cleanup
• All other assigned duties

What you’ll bring:

• High school diploma, or equivalent strongly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Good understanding of basic math required for quick and accurate counting and calculations
• High attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization
• Shows initiative
• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• understand our Safety Culture
• You will learn the basic duties of your job
• understand how to promote to the career ladder progression.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $21.00/hr. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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