Material Handler- 2nd Shift (4pm-midnight)

EDCOAT, LLC; New Carlisle (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

EDCOAT, LLC in New Carlisle, IN is seeking a Materials Handler to join the Shipping team. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Shipping Supervisor and will receive, position, and move coils and raw materials for processing, packaging, and shipping.

You will operate a forklift or overhead crane, verify paperwork, stage shipments, and help ensure safe handling of hazardous materials. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively in both a team and autonomous environment.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and position raw materials for processing within the shipping department.
• Load and unload coils using a forklift or overhead crane and verify paperwork.
• Weigh and record coil weights and numbers on coils and paperwork.
• Package and stage shipments; operate coil upender or coil car as needed.
• Forward shipping paperwork to Production & Inventory Control.
• Ensure hazardous materials handling procedures are followed.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Urgency

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

The Material Handler is a key member of the EDCOAT Shipping team. This full-time, non-exempt position is based in New Carlisle, IN and reports to the Shipping Supervisor. This individual is responsible for receiving and positioning raw materials for processing within the shipping department and for banding, packaging, and moving in process and finished coils upon completion of the Recoil or Slitting process in preparation for Shipping.

• Loading and unloading coils off of trucks using an overhead crane or forklift and matching the bill of lading against the work order or receiving report.
• Checking work orders to determine if coil is to be packaged for shipment or processed further in house.
• Pulling coils off the coil car or turnstile, weighing coil, and recording correct weight and coil number, both on the coil and the appropriate paperwork.
• Receiving paint, solvent and other plant supplies and verifying consignee, condition, and count before accepting or unloading.
• Moving coils using the overhead crane or other vehicles into the proper inventory or staged location in order that production may continue uninterrupted.
• Packaging coils as required, including but not limited to, banding with edge protectors, banding type, banding placement and number of bands, plastic or paper over-wrapping, etc.
• Operating a coil upender or coil car to fulfill packaging requirements.
• Staging shipments in an orderly fashion to facilitate efficient shipment of product.
• Forwarding paperwork to Production & Inventory Control.
• Ensuring proper handling/receiving procedures of any hazardous materials have been maintained in order to protect EDCOAT from liability for improper/illegal shipping or receiving of hazardous materials.
• Communicating information about the status of material handling equipment during shift changes.
• Perform housekeeping duties, as necessary.
• Assist in packaging of finished product as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Operate with a sense of positive energy and urgency.
• Ability to work effectively in both a team and autonomous environment.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 1-3 years previous manufacturing experience.
• Preferred: forklift and/or overhead crane experience.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• The ability to lift (from floor to waist level), push, and pull 50 pounds from floor.
• The ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time on concrete surfaces with regular periods of stooping, bending, or sitting.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed described. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This also doesn’t necessarily include all responsibilities for this position.

About EDCOAT, LLC

EDCO Enterprises, headquartered in Hopkins, MN was founded in 1946 by Art Edwards. Art was an early visionary and pioneer in the metals industry. In 1998, EDCO Enterprises expanded and opened EDCOAT, LLC (“EDCOAT”). EDCOAT operates in a 260,000 sq ft facility in New Carlisle, IN and provides coating for all types of metals including aluminum, cold rolled, galvanized, stainless steel and more to a wide range of customers throughout North America.

For over 25 years, EDCOAT has been a leader in the coating and slitting industry. We, as a team, continue to set the standard for quality, service, and innovation. Every employee contributes to our success. Know you will be challenged and rewarded – and success is shared because we’re in it together.

EDCOAT is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.