Material Handler I - 1st Shift

Cadrex; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage

401(k) investment plan

Education support program

Job summary

Cadrex is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials within or near the production facility or warehouse. You will help ensure a steady supply of materials to running machines and manage material paperwork and lot tracking.

This role requires a basic understanding of injection molding, at least 6 months of manufacturing experience, and strong numeracy with problem-solving skills. Onsite work with a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of the injection molding process.
• At least 6 months of experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous materials handling experience.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Clean and load hoppers per setup.
• Maintain housekeeping to prevent contamination.
• Set dryer temperatures for each material and monitor filters daily.
• Move finished goods to warehouse and complete required paperwork.
• Label containers with material identification, quantity, and date.
• Mix color concentrates and other materials at the correct let-down ratio.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Basic numeracy

Microsoft Office

Injection molding knowledge

Materials handling experience

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials within or near production facility or warehouse. Will be primarily response for maintaining adequate supply of materials at all running machines. This includes raw materials (resin), packaging, inserts, bags, labels, etc., as called out on the job "Pick List". The correct paperwork associated with any movement of these materials is the responsibility of the Material Handler. Lot number control is an essential part of material tracking (especially regrind) and this falls under the Material Handler responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleaning and loading all hoppers as required at set up.
• Ensuring excellent housekeeping to avoid contamination of materials.
• Must be aware of correct drying conditions for each material and set machine dryers accordingly. Monitors clean and change necessary filter at machine hopper, hopper loaders and machine loaders (minimum once per day).
• Move finished goods to the warehouse or to a location designated by the warehouse and fill out accurately any paperwork required.
• Ensure all hoppers, gaylords, boxes and other containers are marked accurately with material identification and quantity along with date as necessary.
• Mix color concentrates, foaming agents, regrind, etc. at the correct "let down ratio" to meet the job requirements.
• Performs other duties and assignments as directed by management.

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic understanding of the injection molding process.
• At least 6 months of experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous materials handling experience.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or GED

LOCATION

• Onsite

SCHEDULE

• Friday-Sunday; 5:45am-6:15pm
• Work 36 hours get paid for 40

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

CADREX'S CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in‑house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights‑out manufacturing capabilities for mid‑to‑high‑volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.