MATERIAL HANDLER 2nd SHIFT/ MANEJADOR DE MATERIALES-MONTACARGAS 2do TURNO

AKG of America; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

AKG of America in Mitchell, SD is seeking a Material Handler for the 2nd shift to keep material flowing through the plant. You will unload shipments, document parts, maintain inventory accuracy and prepare weekly outbound shipments for Midwest distribution.

This role requires forklift certification, a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and the ability to read work orders and blueprints. English communication is required; SAP experience is a plus as you locate and track inventory.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy; read, write, and understand work orders and blueprints.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• Forklift operation (certification required).

Responsibilities

• Receive materials, review packing slips, and maintain accurate records.
• Unload incoming trucks, sort parts, and place materials on the welding line.
• Prepare and load weekly Midwest shipments; confirm shipping reports.
• Use SAP to locate, retrieve, and track inventory.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and notify Purchasing when replenishment is needed.
• Follow all environmental, safety, and company policies.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Reading & understanding work orders

Basic math & measuring

Forklift operation

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Job description

Material Handler – 2nd Shift / Manejador(a) de Materiales – 2do Turno

Location: Mitchell, SD | Full‑Time | 2nd Shift (2PM‑10PM, Mon–Fri)
Tiempo Completo | 2do Turno (2PM–10PM, Lunes–viernes)

About The Role

As a Material Handler, you’ll support the flow of materials across the plant by unloading shipments, documenting and sorting incoming parts, keeping inventory updated, and preparing weekly outbound shipments for Midwest distribution.

Como Manejador(a) de Materiales, apoyarás el movimiento de materiales en la planta descargando envíos, documentando y clasificando piezas recibidas, manteniendo el inventario actualizado y preparando los envíos semanales para la distribución en el Medio Oeste.

Requirements

• Has 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; receiving experience is a plus.
• Must have a Valid Drivers License.
• Is forklift‑certified and confident operating material‑handling equipment.
• Ability to communicate in English is required. Must be able to speak, read, and understand English to follow work orders, read supervisor notes, and communicate with team members and other departments using a radio.
• Is comfortable using computers and can learn SAP to locate and track parts.
• Can stay organized while juggling multiple tasks—unloading trucks, sorting materials, and pulling inventory.
• Pays strong attention to detail and keeps documentation accurate.
• Maintains a clean driving record to operate the company truck when needed.

What You’ll Do

• Receive materials, review packing slips, and maintain accurate records.
• Unload incoming trucks, sort parts, and place materials on the welding line.
• Prepare and load weekly Midwest shipments; confirm customer shipping and delivery reports.
• Use SAP to locate, retrieve, and track inventory.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and notify Purchasing when materials need replenishment.
• Assist other Material Handlers as needed.
• Report issues to the Supervisor immediately.
• Follow all environmental, safety, and company policies.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Responsabilidades

• Recibir materiales, revisar recibos y mantener registros precisos.
• Descargar camiones entrantes, clasificar piezas y colocarlas en la línea de soldadura.
• Preparar y cargar los envíos semanales del Medio Oeste; confirmar informes de envío y entrega.
• Usar SAP para localizar, recuperar y rastrear inventario.
• Mantener el inventario actualizado y notificar a Compras cuando se necesiten más piezas.
• Apoyar a otros Manejadores de Materiales según sea necesario.
• Reportar problemas al/a la Supervisor(a) inmediatamente.
• Cumplir con todas las políticas ambientales, de seguridad y de la empresa.
• Mantener asistencia regular y confiable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to read, write, and understand work orders and blueprints.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• Forklift operation (certification required).
• Ability to organize receiving paperwork and multitask.
• Strong attention to detail.

Conocimientos, Habilidades y Capacidades

• Conocimientos básicos de computadora.
• Capacidad para leer, escribir y entender órdenes de trabajo y planos.
• Habilidades matemáticas básicas y uso de herramientas de medición.
• Operación de montacargas (certificación requerida).
• Capacidad para organizar documentos de recibimiento y realizar múltiples tareas.
• Gran atención al detalle.

Physical Requirements

• Sit 25% of the time and walk 75%; bending, twisting, and lifting required.
• Lift up to 50 lbs (25% of the time).
• Use chain hoists, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely.
• Wear required PPE: steel‑toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection.

Demandas Físicas

• Estar sentado(a) el 25% del tiempo y caminar el 75%; incluye agacharse, girar y levantar.
• Levantar hasta 50 lbs (25% del tiempo).
• Usar grúa de cadena, carrito de palets y carro manual de manera segura.
• Usar el EPP requerido: zapatos con punta de acero, gafas de seguridad, protección auditiva.

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AKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Apply today to start your next career step with us!

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