Material Handler I- T- F; 6am - 4:30PM

Colonial Group; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Material Handler I to move inbound and outbound materials within a production cell. You will operate a forklift and update inventory data to ensure on-time delivery of finished products.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in manufacturing. Must read, write and understand basic English and wear PPE. AS400/IMI, RF scanners and forklift experience are preferred; follow safety and lean practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must read/write/speak understand basic English.
• Must be willing to wear PPE.
• Knowledge of 6S standards preferred; IMI AS400 experience preferred.
• Able to operate a Class II sit-down forklift, RF scanner, and pallet jack.
• Ability to navigate material requirements planning software and related systems.
• Basic maths skills and strong safety awareness.
• Able to read production tickets and BOMs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to transport inbound and outbound materials within production cells.
• Update data within the computer systems including location and inventory count of all materials.
• Verify material move requirements and check the status of orders to prepare for daily production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished products.
• Correspond with supervisors or Material Handler II employees to resolve shortages of materials or inventory balance discrepancies.
• Report accurate count of production parts and scrap by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.
• Assist manufacturing team members with material requests and order additional components as needed.
• Perform daily safety inspections of material handling equipment and weekly watering of the lift truck batteries.
• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to help solve daily problems, improve efficiencies, and keep the work area organized and clean.
• Follow all safety standards. Always prioritize safety over output. Communicate all safety concerns to your supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Data entry

Safety awareness

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class II Sit-Down Forklift

RF Scanner

Pallet Jack

AS/400 (IMI Series)

Job description

Material Handler I is responsible for transporting inbound and outbound materials within a production cell. In addition, the Material Handler I will maintain and update various computer systems to ensure the timely delivery of manufactured product and accurate count of inventory.

• Operate a forklift to transport inbound and outbound materials within production cells.
• Update data within the computer systems including location and inventory count of all materials.
• Verify material move requirements and check the status of orders to prepare for daily production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished products.
• Correspond with supervisors or Material Handler II employees to resolve shortages of materials or inventory balance discrepancies.
• Report accurate count of production parts and scrap by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.
• Assist manufacturing team members with material requests and order additional components as needed.
• Perform daily safety inspections of material handling equipment and weekly watering of the lift truck batteries.
• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to help solve daily problems, improve efficiencies, and keep the work area organized and clean.
• Follow all safety standards. Always prioritize safety over output. Communicate all safety concerns to your supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education development (GED)
• One (1) year of related work experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand basic English.
• Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of 6S standards are preferred. Experience with IMI Series (AS400) is preferred.
• Must be able to operate a Class II Sit-Down Forklift, RF Scanner, and Pallet Jack.
• Must possess knowledge in updating data and navigating through material requirements planning software and supply chain software (i.e. production reporting, inventory location/cycle count software, etc.).
• Ability to demonstrate basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of safety awareness.
• Ability to read a production ticket, job packet, or bill of material for work orders.
• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet established deadlines.

Physical Demand Requirements

DISCLAIMER: This position may include exposure to radio frequencies that may be dangerous to individuals with a pacemaker, consult with your doctor.

Walking, up to 10 hours per day (interruptive)

Sitting or Standing, up to 10 hours per day (interruptive)

Bending/twisting neck, up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)

Bending/twisting waist, up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)

Hand movement, up to 10 hours per day (repetitive)

Arm movement, up to 10 hours per day (repetitive)

Pushing/pulling weight (assisted), up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)

Lifting weight, up to 35 lbs., up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)