Material Handler

SWM International; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Mativ, a global materials leader, is seeking a Material Handler for our Middletown, DE location to support the Filtration team. You will move materials, operate forklifts, and ensure accurate inventory through Syteline/WMS recordkeeping.

Key duties include loading/unloading, organizing pallets, and adhering to 5S and safety standards to support production demands. Weekend coverage may be required on 1st shift.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents and follow instructions; plan work priorities.
• Ability to use a computer (Word, Excel) and basic manufacturing software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with workers and supervisor.
• Ability to perform multiple steps and solve problems in non-standard situations.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials, finished goods, scrap, equipment, and other materials within the plant.
• Operate a powered industrial forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Attach proper lifting attachments and move materials safely.
• Load and unload materials; organize and label pallets for storage and shipment.
• Record movements in Syteline/WMS using a barcode scanner and maintain inventory accuracy.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading documents

Computer literacy

Communication

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Syteline/WMS

Job description

Job Description

Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia.

The Middletown, DE location is seeking a Material Handler to join the Filtration team. The Material Handler is responsible for moving raw materials, finished goods, scrap materials, equipment, and any other miscellaneous materials within the plant.

Shift

Looking to fill 1st: 7:00am – 7:00pm. Includes weekends.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follows schedule / instructions for materials to be moved, where to move and how often
• Operates a powered industrial fork truck and other material handling equipment
• Secures proper lifting attachments to fork truck to move materials properly and safely
• Operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products
• Drives company box truck between warehouse storage areas
• Loads and unloads materials on pallets in and out of warehouse racks in a safe manner
• Organizes and stores materials in an efficient manner attaching identifying labels to materials
• Records all materials moved and shipments into Syteline/WMS using a barcode scanner
• Ensures production demands are met and inventory accuracy is intact
• Assists Shipping/Receiving department in loading and unloading trucks
• Participates and supports Warehouse 5S and PPI initiatives and/or programs
• Maintains clean and organized work areas and vehicles; completes 5S and/or Housekeeping daily shift checklists; participates 100% in maintaining physical inventory count
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to read and interpret documents and follow instructions; follows daily, weekly, and monthly schedules to plan work priorities; maintains a good driving record; work independently with little supervision; ability to work overtime if required to meet business demands.
• Ability to use a computer; (e.g. Word, Excel, Internet and manufacturing software); ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers
• Ability to communicate effectively with workers and supervisor
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out complex multiple step instructions
• Ability to deal with problems and non-standardized situations with multiple variables
• Prior experience operating powered industrial FL trucks, electric pallet jacks, hoists, Hi‑Los, and/or other industrial lift and moving equipment required
• High School Diploma or GED required

Preferred

• Valid driver's license and a good driving record preferred
• Prior FL truck driving experience preferred
• Prior warehouse experience preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job the employee must: be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds; regularly required to use hands and stand for long periods of time.

What We Offer

Mativ benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable.