Material Handler (61811)

Walsworth; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsworth is seeking a Material Handler to move materials and scrap around the facility, maintain logs, and place items in correct staging areas. The role requires operating powered industrial trucks, handling baler equipment, and coordinating recycling tasks.

The candidate should be able to read work instructions, work well in a team, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience with material handling and safety practices is beneficial.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds regularly and more occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks as required.
• Fill out paperwork accurately.
• Move materials to staging and holding areas.
• Update logs and records.
• Coordinate scrap/trash removal and recycling tasks.
• Set up and operate baler and other material-handling equipment.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of work areas.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Judgment

Industrial equipment

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Baler machine

Pallet jack

Material handling equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

As a Material Handler, you are responsible for moving materials/scrap around the facility, as well as updating all necessary logs and putting material in the proper holding/staging area.

Essential Functions:

• Operates various powered industrial trucks.
• Fills out appropriate paperwork.
• Moves materials around the facility.
• Updates logs.
• Puts materials in the proper holding/staging area.
• Coordinates scrap/trash removal and maintenance at various work centers.
• Set up and operate the baler machine.
• Gather and segregates varied recyclable materials.
• Manages daily operation within the Walsworth Recycling Center including the operation of various equipment.
• Provides scrap and waste receptacles throughout the facility.
• Clears lines of outgoing materials as directed by the shift lead.
• Must be able to read, follow and perform work instructions.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interface with a variety of individuals or groups on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work with limited direction and supervision, while demonstrating good judgment and strict confidence.
• Strong mechanical aptitude helpful.
• Previous experience working with Power Industrial equipment.
• Must have good organizational skills.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Required to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects or use controls, tools or equipment.
• May require specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Operates various lift trucks and materials management equipment, placing materials in or out of racking or other confined spaces and near pedestrians and/or near operating machinery.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma.
• Previous experience preferred.