Material Handler

Acument Global Technologies - North America; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Pay increases every 6 months

2 weeks paid vacation

13 paid holidays

Bonus programs

Day 1 health/dental/vision insurance

401K matching

Job summary

Acument Global Technologies - North America in Frankfort, IN is seeking a Material Handler to support the Packaging Department. You will move materials through the supply chain, loading/unloading, staging, and ensuring accurate material flow to production and shipping.

The role requires the ability to lift 70+ pounds, operate forklifts, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. HS Diploma or GED preferred, with at least 1 year of related experience; OT availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 70+ pounds repeatedly.
• Must have math and computer skills.
• Willing to work in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to work OT, including weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift, pallet jacks and other equipment to move material safely.
• Load and unload products and supplies.
• Open and close dock doors and dock plates following all safety requirements.
• Stage material from the receiving area to the designated storage locations.
• Select and stage products for customer orders at the pack cells.
• Stage packed product from pack cells to the designated area.
• Stage supplies for customer orders.
• Place product on hold when necessary to designated hold area.
• Complete all job related quality, safety, and material checks.
• Ensure safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math skills

Computer skills

Team orientation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

OT flexibility

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift trucks (stand-up / sit-down)

Job description

We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief.

Join our dynamic team and enjoy all the benefits we offer; sign on bonus, pay increases every 6 months, 2 weeks paid vacation, 13 paid holidays, bonus programs, day 1 health/dental/vision insurance, and 401K matching.

Location: Frankfort, IN

Position Title

Material Handler

Department

Packaging Department

Reports To

Packaging Supervisor

FLSA Status

Hourly

Position Summary

Ensure the flow of materials through the supply chain. Move materials through the company from shipments into the company to the production floor and outgoing shipments.

Essential Functions

• Operate forklift, pallet jacks and other equipment to move material safely.
• Load and unload products and supplies.
• Open and close dock doors and dock plates following all safety requirements.
• Stage material from the receiving area to the designated storage locations.
• Select and stage products for customer orders at the pack cells.
• Stage packed product from pack cells to the designated area.
• Stage supplies for customer orders.
• Place product on hold when necessary to designated hold area.
• Complete all job related quality, safety, and material checks.
• Ensure safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to work in a physically demanding role with endurance to stand for up to 8+ hours and lift 70+ pounds.
• Possess math and computer skills.
• Willing to work in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask.
• Willingness to work OT, including weekends, as needed.

Education

HS Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Experience

1 year working in a fast-paced manufacturing or distribution center environment.

Must have mobile equipment experience, including stand-up, sit-down fork trucks.

Working Conditions

Work is normally performed in a manufacturing and/or distribution center environment.

Must be able to lift up to 70+ pounds regularly and endure frequent standing, bending, twisting, and turning.

We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.