Material Handler 1 New Covington, GA

OBE; Covington, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

PTO & holidays

Performance raises/bonuses

Training provided

Job summary

OBE in Covington, GA is hiring a Material Handler I to move material through the plant and assist with on/off-loading from trucks and crates, reporting to the Production Supervisor.

This role rewards attention to detail, reliability, and problem solving, with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency in a production environment.

You will label packages, read simple measurements with a tape, and help maintain clean, organized workstations.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail with safety, quality and efficiency in a production setting.
• Reliable and able to work with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to read basic measurements and use a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Move material through the plant, including glass and metal.
• Load and unload products from tables, racks, trucks, or crates.
• Label and tag products and packages as required.
• Read and interpret basic measurements with a tape measure.
• Follow quality standards and work under supervision.

Skills

Independent work

Manufacturing experience

Lifting capability

Measurement reading

Safety awareness

Job description

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projectshere .

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You’ll Get to Do

The Material Handler I is focused on moving material including glass and/or metal from one position/location to another to expedite the product throughout the plant. To include on/off-loading of the product from tables, rolling racks, delivery trucks, or wood crates and reports to the Production Supervisor.

This role is perfect for an individual whohas an attention to detail (safety, quality, efficiency) strong work ethic/reliability and is a problem solver. A vital member of the Production Departments, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.

Job responsibilities include:

• On/off-loading of the product from tables, rolling racks, delivery trucks, or wood crates.
• Perform work as assigned by Supervisor.
• Attach appropriate labels and tags to products and packages.
• Read and interpret basic mathematical measurements while effectively using a tape measure.
• Adhere to quality standards provided to customers (internal/external).

What We Are Looking For

• Ability to work independently and prioritize work with deadlines; ability to work overtime when required.
• Prior work experience performed inside a production/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs unassisted.
• Ability to stand and move around on your feet for 8-10 hours per day on a concrete floor.
• Able to withstand noise levels in the work environment that can be moderate to high.
• Prior work history in a plant facility that is subject to the same climate conditions of the region (heat, cold, humidity, etc.).

What OBEOffers You

• Benefits that benefit you – industry competitivebenefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
• Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.