Material Handler- 3rd Shift

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial sector is seeking a Material Handler to join their distribution center in Houston. The role involves receiving, stocking, and distributing materials while operating heavy-duty equipment. Candidates should have a High School diploma and at least one year of experience. This position offers opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience required.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic drawings and perform basic math skills.
• Clean driving record/motor vehicle report.

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and cranes to deliver inbound materials.
• Monitor inventory to support the stock replenishment program.
• Prepare items for shipment as required.

Skills

Dependability

Punctuality

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

Transco Railway Products, Inc.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Responsible for a variety of functions within the distribution center, such as receiving, stocking, loading and unloading merchandise, picking and operating heavy-duty equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts. Do not report employees who perform one of these duties as their primary function. Typical titles include: Materials Handler, Distribution Center Generalist.

The MaterialHandleris responsible for receiving, storingand distribution of a wide variety of bin and bulk supplies, materials, equipment, and commodities using mechanized and manual material moving equipment, devices, and systems. They will prepare items for shipment as required.

The work requires general knowledge of the methods used in processing, handling, and storing of materials and equipment throughout the plant.They must follow all company guidelines and safety rules when performing duties.

Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to:

SKILLS/SPECIFICATIONS

• Operates pallet jacks, forklifts and cranes to deliver inbound materials efficiently, effectively and safely to the proper work center or storage location.

• Monitor inventory to support the stock replenishment program.

• Track material movement through TREX via the digital picklist.

• Organize storage locations to maximize kitting efficiency.

• Reviews inbound and outbound shipments to ensure the materials match between the purchase order and the packing slip and to verify purchase order requirements have been met.

• Delivers goods and materials to the appropriate department and designated inventory area.May need to assemble items prior to staging.

• Timely planning and scheduling of kitting.

• Delivering supplementals to various work centers.

• Documents and communicates any inventor, shipment problems and provides plant leadership with the key information to resolve any issues with vendors.

• Establishes clear communication within and between work centers to manage inventory and fulfill customer needs.

• Organizes and maintains a clean work area, free from any hazards.

• Maintains accurate records of inbound material and inventory systems.

• Assists with trash disposal and fills in for Maintenance Technicians as needed.

• Other duties and projects as assigned by the Materials Manager or Team Leader.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED.

• Ability to read and comprehend basic drawingsand perform basic math skills (adding/subtraction).

• Clean driving record/motor vehicle report.

• Minimum of1yearof work experience.

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Dependable. Meets standards of punctuality and attendance.

• Willingness to learn different tasks.

• Complies with all safety rules and procedures.

HABITS OF A SUCCESSFUL MATERIAL HANDLER

• Conduct a complete walkthrough of the assigned material area without exception.

• Check lifts, equipment, and other tools to minimize downtime.

• Check for reorder tags that need to be handed to the Site Buyer.

• Check the stock levels on parts that are being supplemented.

• Identify areas for improvement involved with the kitting process. Let’s make this an efficient process.

• Remove loose packing material throughout the department and throughout the shop.

• Communicate with the department supervisor that corresponds with the material area you are assigned to.

• Notify the Material Manager on issues with picking or the kitting schedule as they arise.

• Notify the Material Manager when inventory variances are found and possible root causes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, work boots and the ability to wear a respirator.

• The ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials for more than 50% of the workday.

• Ability to lift 50 pounds safely and able to drag blast hose over full length of the railcar.

• Working around heavy moving equipment with intermittent exposure to vibration when using impact tools.

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• The ability to sustain mental and visual attention to details for sustained periods of time.

WORK SITE ENVIRONMENT

• Must comply with all safety requirements at all times and lead by example regarding safety.

• Primary work environment subject to extreme heat or cold for considerable amounts of time.Must dress accordingly.

• Hearing protection shall be required in certain designated areas to noise levels greater than 80 decibels.

• Scaffolds, floors, ladders and walking surfaces may be uneven.

DISCLAIMER:

Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.