Material Handler

Worthington Industries Inc.; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Worthington Industries Inc. seeks a Material Handler to move material with forklift/crane to sustain production at our Taylor, MI plant. You will stage material, package finished goods, and assist with machine setup and testing as required.

The role requires physical work, strong hand–eye coordination, and the ability to follow detailed instructions. Starting pay is $20.00/hour with a $1.00 shift differential on 2nd shift; in-person work location in Taylor, MI with potential growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Able to perform physical, repetitive work and stand for long periods.
• Must read and follow detailed instructions and quality policies.
• OSHA safety training completed and forklift/crane licenses obtained.
• 0-6 months prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move material around plant using forklift and/or crane to keep production flowing.
• Package finished product for shipping and stage material as scheduled.
• Track orders and tag parts; read bill of material and match packaging.
• Support machine set-up and basic test lines as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain clean, efficient work areas.

Skills

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Computer skills

Reading tape measure

Safety awareness

Quality procedures

Oral and written communication

Education

None

Tools

Banding tools

Forklift license

Crane license

Job description

The primary role for the Material Handler is moving material around the plant or work site with a forklift and/or crane in order for production to run smoothly. In addition, this role may package/band, weigh, and load/unload material from machines and stage material in a timely and accurate manner. This Material Handler is responsible for building arbors and setting up machines for use as well as performing multiple tasks throughout the day to ensure safe and quality production. This position requires a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to perform the duties to the highest standard.

Responsibilities

• Moves material around plant using a forklift and/or crane for producing, finishing, packaging, or shipping the customer product.
• Ensures areas are supplied with parts and removes finished skids to warehouse or paint line.
• Moves and stages material as scheduled for optimum machine efficiency.
• Provides machine support by emptying scrap tubs and ensuring lines are cleared of finished product.
• Locates material into finished goods as needed.
• May be responsible for basic test line operation.
• Packages finished product for shipment.
• Tracks orders and tags.
• Follows bill of material in order to match product with proper packaging and skidding.
• May perform finishing duties.
• Performs setup of valve and burn off operations.
• Performs multiple tasks to ensure ongoing machine operation.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks throughout plant to ensure safe, efficient and quality production of materials.
• May perform housekeeping duties within the plant when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience

• Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 8 hrs a day
• Must have good hand-eye coordination
• Mechanical aptitude a plus, but not required
• Competent in basic math and computer skills
• Can operate banding tools
• Can read a tape measure
• Must be able to handle small parts
• Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures
• Ability to recognize quality issues and problems – detect defects
• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow detailed instructions on productions and understand English
• Must be able to read and understand bill of material and or production order
• Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes
• Must be able to count and label parts accurately
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures
• Must have good safety awareness and efficiency skills
• Oral and written communication skills – including legible writing
• 0-6 months prior experience
• Required OSHA safety training
• Forklift and crane license

• Starting pay is $20.00/hour
• 2nd shift offers a shift differential of $1.00 per hour (3pm-11pm)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Taylor, MI 48180 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Taylor, MI 48180: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person