Material Handler I - Weekend A.M.

Viega Holding GmbH & Co. KG; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Viega Holding GmbH & Co. KG in McPherson, KS is seeking a Material Handler to ensure lines are stocked with raw material per production schedules and to move material from the raw material warehouse into production as needed.

You will operate a forklift and electric pallet jack, review schedules, manage material flow, assist with color changes and changeovers, and support recycling and other duties. The role offers hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedule and stock raw materials to support daily production.
• Check resin box material levels and ensure continuous flow.
• Distribute materials for color changes and prepare for the next run.
• Transport materials with forklift or pallet jack as needed.
• Break down empty gaylord boxes and load bundles for transport.
• Maintain tracking of materials removed from warehouse and update records.
• Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned.
• Back up other warehouse/receiving roles as needed.

Skills

Basic reading & math

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Production schedule interpretation

Troubleshooting equipment

Quality and service orientation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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As a driver of innovation, Viega is one of the most important technology leaders in the installation industry. We develop intelligent systems and integrated digital solutions. Quality is incorporated into everything we do. We believe that this is about much more than supplying pipelines. We turn spaces into living rooms: More comfortable. More intelligent. More secure. More sustainable.

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Job-ID:17668; Location(s):McPherson KS

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Material Handler is responsible for making sure lines are adequately stocked with raw material according to production schedule; loading, unloading and moving material from raw material warehouse into production as needed.

What You'll Do:

Material Flow and Distribution

• Review production schedule to determine materials needed for production run; ensure machines, equipment and materials are place in order to run daily production.
• Manually and visually checks raw material levels in resin boxes; shovels loose materials inside boxes to ensure continuous suction and flow throughout tubing.
• Review production schedule for color changes and changeovers; pulls materials and distributes to designated areas to ensure they are in place for next scheduled run; at end of each schedule runs out materials to assist with easy changeover.
• Pull raw material as needed or requested from warehouse utilizing forklift or pallet jack.

Material Flow and Distribution

• Break down empty gaylord boxes; stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together utilizing banding machine; load bundles onto a trailer utilizing a pallet jack; transports gaylord boxes to recycling trailer.

Recycling

• Maintain tracking system of materials being removed from warehouse by pulling empty boxes and tracking lot numbers and quantity used; update tracking system.

Other

• Attends meetings, workshops and/or learning sessions as required and/or assigned.
• Empty trash as on as needed.
• Unload trucks as needed.
• Serve as a back up to Raw Materials Receiving Operator and/or other functions/areas as needed.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned

Special Job Dimensions

• May be required to work different shifts if needed.

What We're Looking For:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of basic reading, writing and math
• Knowledge of raw materials
• Ability to operate a forklift and electric pallet jack
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment
• Ability to interpret production schedule
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• AND
• 1-2 years of experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.

Total Rewards Package :

Compensation

• Base: $19.00 - $21.00 hourly, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.
• Medical, Telehealth, Dental, and Vision coverage, including infertility treatment, weight management, and physical therapy.
• Wellness Program, including wellbeing platform, wellness challenges, WorkLife Navigator services, EAP, and mental health resources.
• HSA with company contribution.
• Health Care and Dependent Care FSA options.
• 401(k) plan with up to 7.5% total employer contribution, including an automatic 3% company contribution plus a competitive tiered match.
• Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options.
• Voluntary benefits including legal, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Growth & Time Off

• Up to $10,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, with an option for fully funded degree programs through Colorado Technical University.
• 22 days PTO.
• 9 company holidays plus 2 paid Volunteer Days.
• Professional development opportunities designed to help employees continue building their careers.

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