Material Handler I - 1st Shift

Epredia; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Epredia seeks a Material Handler to join their Kalamazoo team. In this role, you will manage warehouse tasks essential for production, ensuring efficiency and safety. Benefits include medical coverage from day one, 401(K) matching, overtime opportunities, and a collaborative, innovative work environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective on first day

Paid Time Off – Eligible to accrue up to 3 weeks

Paid Holidays

401(K) Retirement Plan – Company Matching Contribution up to 6%

Incentive Bonus Plan

Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days

Shift Premium for 2nd shift employees

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift, push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to document required information clearly.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Wrap and stage finished good pallets in warehouse.
• Lift heavy items and operate forklift and pallet mover.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as documented.

Skills

Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to speak, read, and write in English

Experience in chemical manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding – both personally and professionally – because what we do matters.

We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.

People – We win as a team.

Customer – We deliver customer-centric solutions.

Continuous Learning – We learn and always aim to be better.

Innovation – We innovate every day.

Results – Results matter for all of us.

Are you ready to play a key role in a fast-paced, dynamic environment at Epredia? Join our team as a Material Handler and become an essential part of our warehouse operations. You'll be at the heart of our supply chain, ensuring that materials are handled efficiently and accurately to keep our production processes running smoothly. If you thrive in a hands-on role and love the satisfaction of a well-organized space, this is the job for you!

What Epredia Offers To Employees

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective on first day of employment
• Paid Time Off – Eligible to accrue up to 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), pro-rated based on start date
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) Retirement Plan – Company Matching Contribution up to 6%
• Incentive Bonus Plan – eligible to participate to earn additional compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days of employment
• Shift Premium for 2nd shift employees
  
  

Position Summary

The Material Handler I is responsible for specialized tasks in manufacturing to assure that production lines have an adequate supply of components and work cell uptime is maximized.

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

What You Will Be Doing

• Wrap and stage finished good pallets in warehouse
• Provide components to each work center along route
• Remove cardboard / trash from work centers each shift
• Fill hoppers with caps and jars, when necessary and available
• Assist team in line clearance activities, when necessary and available
• Lift heavy items and operate forklift, pallet mover, and/or order processor/selector
• Ability to wear fall protection, as needed, and comply with fall protection standards
• Responsible for 5S and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) related to keeping a clean and safe work environment
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as documented and trained
• Will perform miscellaneous duties as assigned
  
  

Skills You Will Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift, push and/or pull, up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to speak, read, and write (legibly) in the English language
• Must have basic computer skills
• Ability to be respirator trained
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivated, adaptable and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to clearly document required information
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as documented and trained
• Experience with working in chemical manufacturing, preferred
• Ability to work overtime as required
  
  

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Epredia does not accept unsolicited third-party resumes.

Building an Inclusive Culture: We are a company that brings the best people together and leverages their varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to invent on behalf of all customers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected classes which may exist under applicable federal, state or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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