Material Handler

Mittera; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mittera in Newton, IA is seeking a Material Handler to move, wrap, and stock materials in our production environment. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, read work orders, and ensure accurate counts for shipping and receiving.

This position offers hands-on training, steady hours, and opportunities for advancement within a leading-edge printing and fulfillment company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years material management experience preferred.
• Must be able to operate a forklift, pallet jack and related equipment.
• Read and understand work instructions and packing specs.
• Good communication and math skills to solve practical problems.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items and signal movements.
• Reads and understands the job ticket and any special instructions.
• Obtains and records accurate counts of finished products and materials.
• Packs materials to prevent damage according to packing specs.
• Identifies contents and counts on boxes or skids with proper labeling.
• Checks accuracy of shipping and receiving documents.
• Utilizes the shipping system to process shipments and packages.
• Schedules delivery trucks for on-time shipments.
• Prepare the stacking area (skids, cardboard and boxes).
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Team communication

Basic math

Organization

Stress management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

We are currently looking for a Material Handler to join the Mittera family where ideas are valued, and internal mobility is promoted! In our production facilities, Material Handlers find products on shelves, wrap or package them appropriately, and place them on delivery trucks; they may also take products off of trucks and put them on shelves. Thanks to our material handlers, customer orders can be fulfilled and moved quickly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signals machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks, ships, and loading docks
• Reads and understands the job ticket and other special instructions before beginning the assigned job
• Obtains and records accurate counts of finished products, goods, and materials to be shipped and for those received
• Packs materials in a manner that will ensure delivery without damage, following job jacket and/or customer packing specifications
• Identifies contents and number of pieces of shipments on all boxes, cartons, or skids, using proper labeling methods
• Checks accuracy of all shipping and receiving documents
• Utilizing the shipping system to process shipments, including packages and skids
• Scheduling delivery trucks for on-time shipments
• Prepare the stacking area (skids, cardboard and boxes).
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1 - 3 years of previous material management experience preferred
• Safely operate a forklift, pallet jack, and any other lift equipment required for the job (following appropriate training)
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Has basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Work Environmental Factors

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Veteran Time Off
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.