Material Handler II

Bush Hog; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bush Hog, a recognized leader in agricultural equipment, is seeking a Material Handler II to support operations in Selma, Alabama. This position involves essential tasks such as inventory management, preparing products for shipping, and ensuring safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and relevant experience in material handling.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits and relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in material handling preferred.
• Basic computer skills needed.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Handle parts and materials for Receiving, Manufacturing, and Shipping operations.
• Operate material handling devices and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Pick, pack, prepare and ship customer orders.

Skills

Communication

Safety Awareness

Dexterity

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Material handling device

Job description

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Bush Hog, Inc. is currently recruiting for an experienced Material Handler II to join the Bush Hog Team in Selma, Alabama.

Bush Hog, Inc., a member of the Alamo Group family of companies, is the leading North American manufacturer of rotary cutters, finishing mowers, landscape tools, and tractor-mounted implements used in the agricultural market. Located in Selma, Alabama for over 70 years, Bush Hog's products have earned an enviable reputation for their ruggedness and durability in the most challenging work environments.

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Bush Hog Inc. offers competitive salary, benefits and relocation assistance.

For additional information about Bush Hog, Inc., please visit our company website at www.bushhog.com or check out our Facebook page.

Bush Hog is one of the most recognized and successful names in the Agricultural Market. The Material Handler II is a key position in the Company and will support and contribute to the company goals of profitability, return on investment, inventory turnover, and accident prevention. The Material Handler II, under general supervision, will perform a combination of tasks to handle parts and materials for Receiving, Manufacturing, and Shipping operations. Will read production schedules, customer orders, work orders and shipping orders or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered or distributed. Responsible for maintaining the accuracy of inventory and be assigned to a particular work center or various centers.

Core Competencies For This Position Include

• Learning
• People Relations
• Communication
• Position/Tech Knowledge
• Results Driven
  
  
  

Essential Functions Of The Job

SHIPPING/SERVICE PARTS DEPARTMENT

• Focus, communicate, encourage and contribute to Safety in all aspects of the job and all company meetings.
• Check and verify inventory problems or errors.
• Check and verify units to match customer order via the load sheet.
• Pick, pack and prepare product for loading.
• Operate a material handling device(s) to load, retrieve or move product throughout the facility.
• Disassembly of units may be required.
• Respond to request from Supervisor to locate needed parts and product.
• Use standard measuring equipment for example; load height stick of 13.6’ for DOT regulations.
• Determine basic space requirement and trailer size per product being loaded.
• Pick, pack, prepare and ship customer orders via: commercial carrier and/or export container or customer pick-ups.
• Mark material with identifying information using stencil, crayon or other marking device.
• Record amount of material or items received or distributed by processing issue, transfer, receipt or sale orders.
• Load material safely using authorized equipment.
• Weigh or count items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards, or insure compliance with height, weight and length.
• Use print and/or computer to access information or data.
• Use computer with inventory scanning device, Excel, and Outlook.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe area practices.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor.
  
  
  

RECEIVING DEPARTMENT

• Unload or load Trucks.
• Receive incoming inventory with electronic scanning device unless directed otherwise by Supervisor.
• Check and verify incoming material meets Bush Hog’s packaging and label standards.
• Safely operate overhead crane.
• Interpret pick sheet(s), match part number and quantities against pick sheet(s).
• Pick parts from assigned locations, place correct production ID tag on each pallet, and deliver parts to specific locations. Transfer inventory from receiving location to Manufacturing location via electronic scanning device whenever possible.
• Operate material handling device(s).
• Use computer with inventory scanning device, Excel and Outlook.
• Execute 5s program.
• Kit orders and build sub-assemblies.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe area practices.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Supervisor.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSA’s)

• Capable of performing standard measurements using geometric tools (Tape Measure, Protractor, etc.).
• Basic math, reading and computer data skills needed.
• Minimum dexterity required for use of hand power tools, nail guns, skill saw, drills, impact gun, strap bander, hoist and cranes.
• Ability to operate a material handling device(s).
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50 pounds alone and 100 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to speak, hear and see to perform duties to communicate clearly.
• Have a valid Driver’s License.
  
  
  

Education And Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years’ experience in material handling preferred.
  
  
  

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Able to work in cramped spaces and stand approximately 8 hours per day. Able to frequently bend, stoop, and reach around on a constant basis. Able to lift, push or pull 50 pounds alone and 100 pounds with assistance. Able to work in a non-climate controlled manufacturing plant environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction, Machinery Manufacturing, and Truck Transportation

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