Material Handler 1st shift $23.69/hr

Kelly Services; Paton Township (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Material Handler to work at John Deere in Paton, IA. This 1st shift role runs 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, with possible overtime on Fridays.

The position involves receiving, moving, and shipping material, using forklifts and other equipment, and maintaining a safe, organized work area. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or experience in manufacturing, good math and record-keeping skills, and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 1–3 years manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and use basic math for measurements.
• Good attendance and reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Receives, checks, assigns locations, stores and delivers material.
• Operates power driven equipment to move material and tools.
• Loads, unloads, and ships material; prepares crates or boxes as needed.
• Prepares production setup kits and tooling per instructions.
• Sorts and counts material and tools; ensures accuracy.
• Handles returns and inspects for disposition.
• Maintains safety and housekeeping in work area.
• Maintains records of work performed.
• Supports team members with other tasks as needed.
• Moves and positions loads safely.
• Uses equipment like forklifts and conveyors as required.
• Complies with safety equipment standards (boots, gloves, glasses).

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Independent & team work

Strong attendance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Kelly® is looking for a Material Handler to work at John Deere in Paton, IA. Let us help you grow in your career while being a vital part of your community.

Pay: $23.69 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift, 6AM to 4:30 PM Monday-Thursday (Overtime possible on Friday, rarely on the weekend.)

Job Details

Work is not closely supervised. Maintains a safe work environment. Details are dependent on duties assigned but in general consist of the following:

1. Receives, checks, assigns locations, stores and/or delivers material, parts and tools throughout the factory.
2. Operates power driven equipment such as automobiles, trucks, tractors, industrial trucks, etc. to move all types of material, parts, mail, personnel and/or equipment.
3. Operates, hoists, automatic storage/retrieval systems, etc. to load, unload, move, store, and/or deliver material, tools and/or parts.
4. Prepares parts for shipment including picking, packing, verifying quantity, applying shipping labels, completing paperwork, weighing and transporting to loading area and/or loading truck. May build crates or boxes for shipping.
5. Prepares production setup kits, perishable tooling and/or mounts and changes universal tooling per written instructions for production and machine tool operations.
6. Sorts, checks, counts, and/or expedites material, parts and/or tools used in the factory.
7. Receives, identifies, checks for accuracy, determines disposition and/or stores goods returned from dealers, branches and/or customers.
8. Handles cleaning supplies, coolants, fuels, etc. in performance of job.
9. Keeps all necessary and required records for work being performed.
10. Performs other miscellaneous tasks to support other team members.
11. Moves and positions loads.
12. Cleans work area and performs other miscellaneous duties inherent to the job.

Types of Machines, Tools and Equipment Used or Operated

Varies by specific duties. Includes but not limited to: automobiles, trucks, forklifts, automatic storage/retrieval systems, and tuggers. Simple gages and checking equipment, production tool sets and universal tooling; computer terminal recording equipment, hand and power trucks and transporters, hoists and conveyors, various hand and power tools.

Physical Requirements

Lifting up-to 35lbs repeatedly. Standing for long periods of time. Bending/Stooping/Walking/kneeling, etc.

Required Safety Equipment

Metatarsal boots, gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, and face shield.

Required Skills

1. High School Diploma/GED or equivalent or 1-3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment
2. A valid driver’s license
3. Good attendance
4. Ability to use basic math to analyze information and measuring equipment
5. Basic computer skills
6. Ability to work safely and efficiently
7. Ability to work with close tolerances
8. Ability to work in a team and independently
9. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instruction and written processes

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work.

Resume not required