Material Handler II

Nahan; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

100% Employer Paid Life Insurance

100% Employer Paid Short Term & Long –

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Other Voluntary Employee Benefits i.e.

401K with Employer Match

Vacation/Holiday/Sick & Safe Time

Job summary

Nahan seeks a Material Handler II in Minnesota to unload, transport and load materials, using pallet jacks and forklifts. This role reports to the Warehouse Manager and supports lean manufacturing in a fast-paced facility.

The position requires forklift experience, a high school diploma, and willingness to become forklift certified. Work includes day or night 12‑hour shifts, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift Experience Preferred. Must be willing to be forklift certified and trained upon hire.
• Previous related experience preferred.
• On-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Unloads, transports, stores, records and loads materials across the plant.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely including forklifts and balers.
• Receive and load raw materials, finished goods and work-in-process.
• Maintain an organized, clean work area and follow TPM tasks.
• Communicate with shifts on status and special instructions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety consciousness

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Forklift certification training

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Brief Description

Job Posting
WE ARE LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE ENERGETIC, MOTIVATED, EAGER TO LEARN, GROW AND DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS, WHILE DISPLAYING A TEAM AND GROWTHMIND SET TO JOIN OUR GROWING PRINTING BUSINESS!

Job Title

Job Title: Material Handler II Department: Warehouse Reports To: Warehouse Manager FLSA Status: Non-exempt Pay Band: 8 Wage Range: $17.50-$23.00 Shifts: 12HR Days 6am-6pm or 12HR Nights 6pm - 6am

Job Summary

A Material Handler II employee is responsible for unloading, transporting, storing, recording, retrieving and loading all materials throughout the plant in an accurate and efficient manner using various manual and automatic machines, including pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates all warehouse equipment including but not limited to, balers, lift trucks, walkie riders, battery chargers, forklift and shrink wrappers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Receive and load raw materials, finished goods, work-in-process, and mail according to established processes.
• Responsible to transport, store, accurately record and retrieve all materials.
• Have complete knowledge of System. Parts Inventory
• Communicate with shifts regarding status of job(s) and any special instructions.
• Responsible for collecting shredding, banding and loading paper materials, cardboard and other various recyclable materials.
• Communicate with machine operators for all work-in-progress and finished goods needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized area/department.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tasks to maintain optimal equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with Nahan Lean manufacturing principles.
• Follow all Nahan quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills And Abilities Required

• MUST HAVE 1 YEAR OR MORE WAREHOUSE EXPERIENCE WITH FORKLIFTS
• Attention to detail and ability to. accurately scan all pallets.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical specifications.
• Strong Computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and listening).
• Excellent time management skills and organizational skills.
• Proficiency/fluent with English language, both written and verbal.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift Experience Preferred. Must be willing to be forklift certified and trained upon hire.
• Previous related experience preferred.
• On-the-job training provided.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Other Voluntary Employee Benefits i.e. (Accident & Critical Illness)
• 401K with Employer Match
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick & Safe Time

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environmental characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job operates in a Manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job inside the manufacturing facility, the employee is frequently exposed to normal to moderate working conditions for a manufacturing facility with a noise level that is usually moderate to loud. The role routinely uses printing equipment and machines.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods of time as well as use hands or fingers to reach or handle, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will regularly lift 70lbs or more at a time. All vision abilities are required to encompass close-up work. Employees must be able to tolerate and endure extended seasonal hours and maintain alertness to meet deadlines.
Occasionally while performing duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to machinery and moving parts, airborne particles including paper dust and hazardous materials or fumes, which may require the use of PPE. The employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions, extended seasonal hours, high precarious places, and confined spaces. The nose level in some of the work environments may require the use of hearing protection.

About The Company

Nahan was founded 60 plus years ago by a local family in the heart of Minnesota. It is a deeply human company from how we work with each other, how we serve our clients, to how we reach customers. We provide full service direct marketing with award winning results. Innovation and insight inform everything we do. Our success is rooted in putting people first, doing the right thing for our clients and associates and delivering the highest levels of quality. In a world where personalization and customization are valued above all, we make messages feel personal while keeping the process simple. We’re here to listen to, create and deliver results to our clients. Our winning track record is based on proof, not promises. We consistently deliver big wins, better performance and continual growth for marketers. We’re Nahan-real people making real connections.

Disclaimer

This job description is not a complete description of responsibility but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to successfully complete and pass a background check, a physical test, as well as test for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with the Company’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Nahan reserves the right to revise the job description as a circumstance warrant. Nahan is an at-will employer, which means that either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause.

Base pay is based on job-related skills, experience, credentials, role scope, and location. Candidates outside the posted range are encouraged to apply, as qualifications and market factors may influence consideration.

Nahan is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic projected by law.