Material Handler

GAF Materials Corp.; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee engagement programs

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. in Michigan City, IN is seeking a Material Handler to safely load and unload trucks, pick orders, verify shipments, and prepare pallets for loading.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, service and cost control in daily operations. Responsibilities include forklift operation, inventory checks, cycle counting, and collaborating with Logistics Planner and Shipper/Receiver to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED.
• 2 years in a fast-paced logistics/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work all shifts including nights and weekends.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot logistics and carrier challenges.
• Experience with warehouse concepts and safe fork truck operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and loading equipment safely.
• Unload/load trucks and verify shipments.
• Pick, verify, and prepare orders for shipping.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and report hazards.
• Coordinate with Logistics Planner and Shipper/Receiver.
• Support cycle counting and inventory accuracy initiatives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Material Handler must be familiar with all areas of the fork truck driving procedures for safely loading and unloading trucks to maintain efficient, safe operations. The Material Handler is responsible for all order picking, order verification and loading of customer or carriers' vehicle in a safe manner. The ideal candidate thrives in environments where safety, quality, service and cost are the highest priorities.

Essential Duties

• Practices incident and accident prevention, demonstrating safe behavior in all activities.
• Obtains and maintains fork-truck certification by attending in-house training, and completes daily fork truck check sheets.
• Replaces the forklift’s liquefied propane gas (LP) tanks.
• Troubleshoots work related issues and communicates issues with maintenance, Shipper/Receiver, and Logistics Planner.
• Works safely, and is responsible for housekeeping in his/her work areas at all times.
• Prioritizes work assignments by meeting with Logistics Planner, Shipper/Receiver, and Logistics Supervisor every morning and throughout the day.
• Drives the fork truck safely through the warehouse mindful of pedestrian traffic at all times.
• Participate in Cycle Counting events when needed, able to adjust schedule to meet inventory deadlines.
• Ships according to FIFO principles on all items in the warehouse to ensure shelf-life efficacy.
• Prepares product for shipping by reviewing the packing slip, hand picking the product and assembling the pallet.
• Arranges material on flatbeds according to weight restrictions and driver input when loading.
• Ensures correct product delivery by reviewing packing slip and product on truck.
• Verifies product quantity for shipment and receiving by counting and signing Picking Slip and Bill of Lading.
• Learns safety hazards and job procedures by reading and understanding Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Learns software programs by reading and understanding manuals and procedures.
• Suggests improvements in work methods and procedures by communicating to Logistics Supervisor.
• Works safely when loading and unloading van trailers; uses dock locks and chocks to hold trailer steady when going in and out.
• Voluntarily learns hazardous material safety for spills and transporting material; earns HAZMAT certification and keeps current.
• Obtains and maintains forklift certification by attending in house training.
• Troubleshoots and communicates any work related issues with Logistics Supervisor, Manager of Manufacturing Technology, and/or Maintenance if needed.
• Performs other duties as instructed by the Logistics Supervisor.
• Daily review of email and department communication; maintains a good attendance record.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with all plant employees and other business contacts.
• Uses process improvement tools to drive continuous improvement of the plant and business processes.
• Follow and document Hazardous Materials Transportation Guidelines for all shipments.
• Observe what needs to be done and take initiative to perform this work.

Qualifications

• Required: H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 2 years’ experience in a fast paced, logistics manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Experience supporting logistics, customer care and business goals.
• Required: Ability to work all shifts including occasional nights and weekends.
• General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work as a team player; Ability to respond to requests in a professional and timely manner; Demonstrated intermediate communication and interpersonal skills; Strong planning, prioritization, organizational and reporting skills; Independent problem‑solving skills; A demonstrated commitment to safety; Highly self‑motivated; Ability to work well unsupervised, while producing quality results; Ability to work well and communicate well with other GAF employees, at all levels in the organization.
• Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to troubleshoot and solve logistics, carrier and customer challenges; Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, other); Familiar with standard warehouse concepts, practices and procedures; Experience in fast‑paced warehouse environment and safe fork truck operation.
• Physical Demands; Stationary Position - Frequently Move/Traverse - Rarely Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently Transport/Lifting - Rarely Transport/Carrying - Exerting Force/Pushing - Exerting Force/Pulling - Ascend/Descend - Balancing - Occasionally Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally Reaching - Rarely Handling - Rarely Grasping - Feeling - Communicate/Talking - Communicate/Hearing - Repetitive Motions - Coordination - Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary

Base Hourly Rate: $26.08

Benefits

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
2. Our Family‑Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre‑tax and/or Roth contributions.
4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work‑life balance, including a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
6. We’re committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT. We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit). Privacy Notice Applicant Notice