Material Handler 1st Shift

Gorbel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorbel is seeking a Material Handler for their manufacturing facility, responsible for maneuvering materials and ensuring efficient workflow. Ideal candidates possess a High School Diploma and are capable of operating various equipment. The role offers full-time hours on the third shift in a supportive workplace dedicated to employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to pass truck and crane certification with training upon hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively with factory supervision.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for moving materials and components about the factory using carts and forklifts.
• Coordinates material flow to ensure the packing and shipping schedule.
• Assist with loading and unloading of trucks.

Skills

Ability to read a tape measure

Communication

Dexterity with hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Gorbel’s mission is simple: We improve people’s lives.

That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We’re on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes – and we’re looking for people like you to join us in that mission.

We’re currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.

Work Shift

Third Shift (United States of America)

Job Description

The Material Handler is responsible for maneuvering material throughout the factory.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for moving materials and components about the factory using carts, pallet jacks, sit-down forklifts, overhead cranes
• Maintains a steady flow of parts through workstations
• Coordinates material flow to ensure packing and shipping schedule
• Assist with the loading and unloading of incoming and outbound trucks
• Minor data entry tasks
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced high production area with minimal supervision
• All other duties as requested by management
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be able to pass truck and crane certification with training upon hire
• Computer knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and other computer programs
• Ability to participate in minor data entry
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to read a blueprint
• Ability to use hand tools requiring dexterity
• Climb portable ladders
• Must be able to communicate effectively with factory supervision
  
  

Work Environment

ADA Physical/Mental/Workplace Requirements

• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand (75%); walk (20%); stoop, kneel, or crouch (5%), as required.
• Able to climb a portable ladder
• Able to wear safety glasses and foot protection throughout the shift.
• Able to wear hearing protectors (ear plugs) throughout the shift while working in an environment with moderate noise levels.
  
  

Gorbel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Gorbel is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585-924-6204.. Gorbel is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585-924-6204.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Gorbel, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Min $16.00 - Max $22.44

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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