Material Handler

Jet Midwest; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Midwest in Kansas City, MO is hiring a Material Handler to safely move and organize materials in the warehouse using forklifts and pallet jacks, with emphasis on accuracy and safety. The role requires 2-3 years forklift experience, a high school diploma, and proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel; you will support receiving and warehouse activities and assist with special projects.

This full-time position offers a stable environment in our material operations department with

Qualifications

• 2-3 years forklift operation experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of receiving or warehouse operations focusing on material handling.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate warehouse equipment to move materials.
• Follow material handling processes and quality procedures.
• Unload, stage, and report material receipts accurately.
• Transfer materials between Receiving and Warehouse locations.
• Maintain proper storage to maximize space and safety.
• Support additional duties and projects as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Judgment/Discretion

High-energy personality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

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Material Handler

Material Handing & Dismantle Full Time Laborers and Helpers Kansas City, MO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1570

Salary: $19.00 Annually

Who are we?

Jet Midwest is a full-service commercial aviation company, specializing in the sale and lease of commercial aircraft, engines, and parts as well as aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services to the aviation industry.

Position Description:

Title: Material Handler

Status: Full Time

Department: Material Operations

Summary:

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe movement and organization of materials throughout the warehouse and other locations of the facility, primarily by utilizing warehousing equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks, but also by hand as necessary. Additionally, the role is also responsible for certain general housekeeping and layout/reorganization tasks and supports numerous special projects on an as-needed basis.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

included, but not limited to:

• Safely operate equipment and utilize safe and appropriate physical techniques to move materials to and from storage configurations
• Follow the Material Handling process, procedures, and work instructions in accordance with Quality Systems
• Use equipment in accordance with training programs to accomplish the Warehouse mission in a safe, effective manner
• Unload all materials into Receiving Department; ensures materials are staged for counting and inspection; ensures receiving reports accurately report material received
• Move material from the Receiving Department to the Warehouse locations in an efficient, effective, and safe manner
• Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures
• Additional duties as assigned
• Project management
• Professional communication

Education & Experience:

• A high-energy personality and desire to learn and grow quickly
• 2-3 years of experience of forklift operation
• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of Receiving or Warehouse, with emphasis on Material Handling operations, methods, and practices
• Strong proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel, and general office technology
• Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealings with outside vendors, coworkers, and clients
• Professional, polished communication skills - oral and written

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

While performing the responsibilities of the Material Handler, the employee will be walking within the warehouse vicinity. More than 75% of their job duties will require the ability to: walk long distances, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The noise level is usually low, as consistent with a warehouse environment. At times, some light lifting may be required, up to 50 lbs. As such, safe lifting techniques should be used, and a request for assistance should be made to a co-worker.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Material Handler position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of knowledge, skills, ability, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EOE M/F/D/V

• Eligibility for our comprehensive benefits program starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of full-time employment