Material Handler

Builders FirstSource; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in American Fork, Utah, is seeking a Material Handler to manage the flow of building materials on site under limited supervision. The role involves lifting and moving materials, recording material movements, and operating handling equipment to optimize production flow.

The candidate will plan tasks, assign work to other material handlers, and train staff in required techniques and safety guidelines in a production environment characterized by noise, dust, and temperature

Qualifications

• Physically handles materials in a production environment; lifts, carries, stacks items.
• Records movement of materials and verifies accuracy of work.
• Operates material handling equipment; some training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain material flow according to guidelines.
• Record movement of incoming/outgoing materials and verify accuracy.
• Operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment.
• Plan and assign work tasks to team to meet production goals.
• Train employees in tasks, handling techniques, machinery, and safety.

Skills

Experience in material handling

4+ years related experience

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Material Handler - Building Materials

American Fork, Utah

Under limited supervision, handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines.

• Physically handles materials used to construct components and finished products to ensure movement of such items is optimized; lifts, carries, stacks items as needed.
• Records movement of incoming and outgoing materials and supplies and verifies the accuracy of work performed by self and other material handlers.
• Operates motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, some of which may require specialized training.
• Plans and assigns work tasks to Material Handlers in order to meet production goals.
• Trains employees in required tasks, including handling techniques, use of machinery, and safety guidelines.

Requirements: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and four (4) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.