Material Handler

Fontana; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; 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

Fontana in Frankfort, IN is seeking a reliable Material Handler to support the Packaging Department. You will move materials through the supply chain, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and help ensure on-time production and shipments.

This hourly role requires physical stamina, teamwork, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. OT and weekend work may be needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 1 year of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or distribution center.
• Experience with mobile equipment including stand-up and sit-down fork trucks.

Responsibilities

• Move materials through the facility using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Load and unload products and supplies.
• Open/close dock doors following safety requirements.
• Stage materials to storage locations and for customer orders.
• 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.
• Perform quality and safety checks related to work.
• 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

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Math skills

Computer skills

OT availability

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Experience: 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.

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