Material Handler

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Holliston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Life insurance

Vision plan

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in Holliston, MA is seeking a Materials Handler to safely move parts from staging to the assembly line, perform drilling and basic welding on special orders, and prepare housings for the conveyor line.

You’ll manage material flow with care for quality and contribute to a smooth manufacturing operation. The role requires forklift operation, ability to lift up to 75 lbs., and readiness to work in a fast-paced environment with strict safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Certified forklift driver.
• 1 year experience in industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Able to read a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and move materials to the assembly line.
• Operate forklift and prepare materials for processing.
• Perform basic drilling and welding on special orders.
• Inspect painted material for defects and support final assembly.

Skills

Forklift operation

Quality focus

Safety awareness

Tape measure

Basic welding

Tools

Pneumatic equipment

Electric equipment

Job description

Summary

Handles all materials safely and efficiently that are received from the fabrication department. Coordinates the movement and flow of materials into the department. Performs drilling and basic welding on special orders before the material is handled on the conveyor line. Assembles, hoists, and lifts materials onto conveyor line. After washing, painting, and baking is completed (by the machines and painters), remove the materials from conveyor lines, organize it, and deliver it to the assembly department. Performs all activities with attention to quality and assists in ensuring an appropriate flow of material through the department. Works in all areas of the department that involve material handling and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Quality Participates in corporate programs and initiatives. Performs responsibilities to meet requirements of internal and external customers. Performs job responsibilities with attention to quality and continuous improvement. Selects and evaluates material. Rejects defective material. Brings defects to the attention of the group leader. Material Coordination Learns all fabricated parts and materials used in production (over 100). Reviews job orders received from group leader; determines the materials and parts to be pulled from the staging area. Carefully counts and procures the necessary materials from the staging area. Uses a hand truck to move pieces. Maintains a stock list of materials needed. Contacts the appropriate department to ensure materials are fabricated in a timely basis. Uses computers to inspect orders. Pre-Assembly If the job order requires, drill holes in fabricated material and/or welds (tig welder). Material Handling - Incoming Reviews job orders to ensure that the correct material is being processed. Works closely with the material coordinator and fork truck operator to ensure proper parts are available and that the proper sequence is being followed. Performs basic assembly using pneumatic screw gun. Gathers screws and other parts; places housing on hoist and assembles. Changes hooks on conveyor line to prepare for different material. Places, lifts, or hoists different sized material on to the hooks on the conveyor line. Ensures that materials are safely placed. Determines when a color change is necessary and hangs tags to indicate so to the painter. Notifies the group leader immediately when problems arise. Fork Truck operation, see job description for Fork Truck Driver. Material Handling - Outgoing Reviews job orders and compares it to the material (semi-finished product that is now painted). Takes the material off the hooks by gloved hand or by using the hoist. Counts the material and groups it together in the proper sequences for use by the assembly department. Places the job order and label with the appropriate job. Inspects painted material for defects. Uses spray paint can to touch up minor defects. Rejects major defects. Must be careful not to injure the painted material. Performs basic assembly (bearings, clips, etc.). Installs casters. Prepares wood pallets (with nail gun) to be used to place the material (housings) on. Places housings on pallets. Sends semi-finished products (material) to the assembly department (heavy parts or light parts areas). When problems arise, notify the group leader immediately.

Preventive Maintenance

Performs maintenance on conveyor line and work area (grease parts, check filters, and clean hooks). Clean under paint booths, in paint booths, and in washers. Notifies group leader of problems.

Safety and Housekeeping

Conforms to Health and Safety requirements and company policy. Adheres to machine and conveyor line safety guidelines. Wears required safety apparel, such as safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and back braces. Wears required hearing protection. Uses proper lifting techniques to lift up to 75 lbs., anything over 75 pounds with apparatus assistance. Maintains a clean and orderly work area.

Impact

Results in products of high finished quality and satisfied customers as well as reduced rework.

Contacts

Co-workers, group leaders, supervisors, Human Resources, Payroll, plant management.

Physical Requirements

Very heavy physical requirements. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, anything over 75 pounds with apparatus assistance. Move up to 180 pounds. Always twisting, turning, bending, lifting, walking and standing.

Working Conditions/Environment

Overall, plant conditions good. Seasonal heat and drafts. Job hazards around machinery. Possible hazards due to improper handling and unsafe equipment operation.

Mental Requirements

Ability to read, write, perform basic math calculations, and communicate clearly. Ability to organize and coordinate tasks; inspect, estimate, interpret, and use judgment.

Special Requirements

Flexible to accept changes in work assignments as required to meet customer requirements. Versatile and capable to operating several machines and performing varied operations and assignments. Regularity of attendance is essential to ensure a high quality product and smooth manufacturing operations. Ability to work within extreme temperatures (55-100 degrees).

Knowledge and Experience

Certified fork truck driver. 1 year experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment. Prior experience in inventory control. Experienced with electric and pneumatic equipment. Ability to prioritize and organize materials. Able to read a tape measure using metric system.

The Hourly rate for this position is $21.00 - $21.00 This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The hourly rate offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. The hourly rate range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The hourly rate range may vary for other locations. The successful candidate may be eligible for general wage increases.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
• And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Learning & Development

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at [phone] or at [e-mail]. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov) For the builders and protectors, for the makers and explorers, for those shaping and reshaping our world through hard work and inspiration, Stanley Black & Decker provides the tools and innovative solutions you can trust to get the job done—and we have since 1843.