Manufacturing Material Handler

The Gund Company; Cedar Lake (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gund Company in Cedar Lake, IN is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Material Handler to support order fulfillment and inventory control in a non-climate-controlled plant. The position is 8:30am–5:00pm, Monday–Friday, with an hourly wage of $21–$24 based on experience.

Responsibilities include receiving, inspecting, storing, pulling and staging materials, ensuring FIFO, and maintaining accurate records while following safety guidelines (HAZCOM/HAZMAT).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Strong basic math skills and ability to use measuring tools.
• Ability to understand drawings and blueprints.
• Forklift operation experience and use of hand tools.
• Overtime flexibility to meet production needs.

Responsibilities

• Material Handling: receive, inspect, store, pull, and stage materials for fabrication.
• Inventory Accuracy: verify documentation, match packing slips, resolve discrepancies.
• Safety Compliance: follow HAZCOM/HAZMAT guidelines.
• Order Fulfillment: pull and stage materials based on FIFO and production schedules.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic math skills

Ability to read drawings and blueprints

Ability to operate forklift

Flexibility for overtime

Tools

Forklift operation

Measuring tools (tape, calipers, micrometers)

Job description

The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Manufacturing Material Handler to join our team!

Shift: First (8:30am - 5:00pm, M-F)

Hourly Wage: $21 - $24 per hour based on experience

Plant/Work Location: 10501-3 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

About The Gund Company

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Material Handler to join our team.

The Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the Business

Manufacturing Material Handler Job Summary

As a Manufacturing Material Handler, you will Implement the Order Fulfillment Process steps related to the accuracy of raw material and finished goods inventory including quantity, storage location, material grade and dimensions.

Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Material Handler

• Material Handling: Receive, inspect, store, pull, and stage materials for fabrication.
• Inventory Accuracy: Verify documentation, match packing slips, and resolve discrepancies.
• Safety Compliance: Handle HAZCOM/HAZMAT materials per guidelines.
• Order Fulfillment: Pull and stage materials based on FIFO and production schedules.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
• Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Ability to understand drawing and blueprints.
• Ability to operate a forklift and use various hand tools.
• Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.

Preferred

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Visual ERP experience.
• Data Link experience.

Work Environment Manufacturing Material Handler

• This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• The position involves repetitive tasks and manual labor including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform manual tasks as required.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Manufacturing Material Handler position.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.

Compensation details: 21-24 Hourly Wage