Material Handler

Westinghouse Electric Company; Bridgman (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Material Handler for a full-time position in Bridgman, MI. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the smooth shipping, receiving, and inspection of materials, while also operating various handling equipment. This position offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic team and maintain high standards of safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in material handling and a commitment to quality control. If you are local and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in material handling or similar field desired.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check, inspect, and issue materials and supplies.
• Operate manual and mechanical material handling equipment.

Skills

Material Handling

Inventory Management

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jacks

Cutoff Saws

Computerized Labeling Machine

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Material Handler to work at our client's site located in Bridgman, MI for a full-time contract position. As a Material Handler you will perform duties under general supervision that involve shipping, receiving, checking, inspecting, recording, storing materials. This will involve issuing new material, returned material and reclaimed stores material, supplies and equipment. You will also issue, track and inspect materials as assigned. We are seeking local candidates only, no relocation or per diem offered.

Job Details/Essential Job Functions:

* Receive, check, inspect for breakage and apparent defects; identify, count, weigh, sort, store and issue new, returned and reclaimed stores material, tools, supplies and equipment from all sources in accordance with specified procedures and complete related papers; make recommendations and suggestions for improvement.

* Inspect, clean and operate manual and mechanical material handling equipment such as forklift, pallet jacks, assorted carts, lifts, etc. as well as automotive equipment.

* Travel to pick up or deliver material as assigned or deemed necessary with proper qualifications.

* Operate and clean machines to cut, package, handle, label, etc. material such as cutoff saws, cable machine, foam packing machine, computerized labeling machine, etc.

* Conduct physical inventory of materials and supplies and capitalized spare parts including reconciliation and adjustments of records and monitoring of shelf-life information as assigned.

* Receive, unload, store, issue, monitor, record levels/amounts and keep accurate transaction records of bulk gasses, bottled gasses, chemicals and fuels, in accordance with prescribed procedures as assigned.

* Pick and assemble material for future use by customers (reserved stock).

* Perform duties associated with rotating Key Billet assignments, including but not limited to: Inventory, Pick/Reserve Stock, Shipping, and the sale of scrap or obsolete material, as assigned.

* Maintain equipment, tools and work area in a clean, orderly and safe condition.

* Assist employees as required.

* Assist in performing necessary stores quality control functions as required.

* Perform work as assigned.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

* High school graduate or GED.

* 2 years' experience in material handling or similar field desired.

* Through combination of education and/or experience, must have sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities listed above,

* Have the physical capabilities to perform the required work.

* Licenses/Certifications: Must possess valid driver's license and be able to pass a DOT physical

* Be able to pass criminal background, drug/alcohol screen (including medical and recreational marijuana as well as CBD oil), and employment testing.

* Are a candidate local to the area.

EOE of Minorities / Females / Vets / Disability