Material Handler II - Lead Projects & Improve Ops

NextGenEnergyJobs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs seeks dependable Material Handler I & II to support operations at our Kentucky facility. You will learn processes, operate forklift as needed, inspect equipment, and collaborate with teams to move materials safely.

This role is foundational for efficient logistics and inventory accuracy. This position emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to participate in training, ERP-related tasks, and cross-functional projects that drive cost

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow established principles, practices, procedures, and policies.
• Learn to operate a forklift or other equipment to transport materials within the facility.
• Develop a good knowledge of the company for the full scope of the role and may be assigned to projects for career development.
• Resolves problems with assistance from peers or supervisors depending on the level and complexity.
• Communicate effectively with immediate supervisor and other members of the team.
• Flex across different products and areas to support business needs.
• Perform forklift daily inspections.
• Accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments.
• Participate in team meetings and exchange job related information.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, attendance, and quality.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function.
• Practice safe working habits, following safety guidelines to operation and support of company initiatives.
• Know the basic functions of the ERP system.
• May assist in training new employees or employees learning new work areas.
• Actively understands and participates with the Drive to Zero program.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Material Handler II
• Material Handler I responsibilities.
• Efficiently use equipment to transport materials.
• Resolve issues and recommend solutions to leadership team.
• Participate in project teams and/or lead portions of continuous improvement projects.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the basic principles, practices and processes in the applicable discipline and has a working knowledge of related fields.
• Resolve routine to moderately complex problems by applying established procedures and best practices.
• Frequently interact with supervisors and team members and collaborate with cross-functional partners to complete assignments.
• Contributes to improving processes, lead times, through-out, and cost.
• Knows all functions of at least one job or cross-trained in other materials areas.

Job description

NextGenEnergyJobs seeks dependable Material Handler I & II to support operations at our Kentucky facility. You will learn processes, operate forklift as needed, inspect equipment, and collaborate with teams to move materials safely.

This role is foundational for efficient logistics and inventory accuracy. This position emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to participate in training, ERP-related tasks, and cross-functional projects that drive cost