Material Handler I - Weekend Shift (Fri-Mon, 5am - 3:30pm)

Colonial Group; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking motivated individuals in Mansfield, TX to join our team as material handlers. The role involves operating a Class II sit-down forklift, updating inventory in our systems, and coordinating with supervisors to ensure timely material availability for daily production schedules.

Responsibilities include data accuracy, safety inspections, and following lean manufacturing practices to improve efficiency and maintain a clean work area.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma is required.
• Must read, write, speak and understand basic English.
• Willingness to wear PPE; 6S standards preferred; AS400 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move inbound/outbound materials.
• Update inventory data and locations in systems.
• Verify move requirements and prep daily production schedules for on-time delivery.
• Communicate with supervisors to resolve shortages or discrepancies.
• Complete paperwork/electronic entries for counts and scrap.
• Assist with material requests and additional components as needed.
• Perform safety inspections and battery maintenance for lift equipment.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles and keep work area clean.

Skills

Forklift operation

Data entry

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Reading/writing English

Math skills

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

IMI Series (AS400)

Job description

We're looking for motivated individuals who are ready to contribute, learn, and be part of a team that takes pride in delivering excellence every day.

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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education development (GED) and 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)