Material Handler

Reliant Worldwide Plastics; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Reliant Worldwide Plastics in Gainesville, TX seeks a Material Handler to manage raw materials for injection molding operations. This role requires moving materials, operating loaders and forklifts, and supporting production with accurate paperwork and inventory control.

The position requires the ability to lift up to 100 pounds, stand for long periods, and read and interpret the bill of materials. Compensation includes comprehensive benefits and a 401K, with potential for growth within the

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and bill of materials.
• Comfort with lifting up to 100 pounds and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Support molding production material requirements.
• Operate rotating mixer and add raw plastic pellets as instructed.
• Operate and feed used material into re-grinders.
• Carry material up and down a movable step ladders.
• Mix, blend dry and color raw materials in accordance with bill of material.
• Providing material and paperwork to production.
• Assemble and disassemble drying equipment for material change overs.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness of material during production runs.
• Maintaining inventory control.
• Forklift operation.
• Reports to work on time and adheres to lunch and break schedules.
• Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Material handling

Measurement tools

Math skills

Color differentiation

English literacy

Stamina

Tools

Forklift

Central material loading systems

Job description

ABOUT US

Reliant Worldwide Plastics is a major supplier of custom injection molded plastic products produced for a wide range of customers. Founded in 1968, Reliant Worldwide Plastics is committed to exceed customer expectations through the teamwork of our dedicated staff of plastics professionals who place a high value on creativity and innovation while leveraging our AS9100 certification. Reliant is the ideal choice for products with close tolerance and demanding cosmetic requirements.

POSITION SUMMARY: Material Handler

We are looking for a Material Handler experienced in manufacturing to join our dynamic team in Gainesville, Texas. This position is responsible for handling raw materials needed for the operation of injection molding machines, issuing and/or staging of materials and the use of central material loading systems.

Primary Duties And Responsibilites

• Support molding production material requirements
• Operate rotating mixer and add raw plastic pellets as instructed
• Operate and feed used material into re-grinders
• Carry material up and down a movable step ladders
• Mix, blend dry and color raw materials in accordance with bill of material
• Providing material and paperwork to production
• Assemble and disassemble drying equipment for material change overs
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness of material during production runs
• Maintaining inventory control
• Forklift operation
• Reports to work on time and adheres to lunch and break schedules
• Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• Ability to use basic measurement tools
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Ability to differentiate colors
• Ability to work in hot or cold temperature climates for extended periods
• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Ability to lift from floor to above the head, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds occasionally, throughout work shift
• Must use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability and willingness to change job functions at a moment's notice
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

Compensation commensurate with experience along with excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision and life insurances, 401K plan and paid vacation.

EOE M/F/V/H