Material Handler III - Water Spider

Hillphoenix; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillphoenix in Centerville, IA is seeking a Material Handler II – Water Spider for Final Assembly, Refrigeration, Framing, and Sub-Assembly tasks. You will support production by tracking parts, resolving issues, and guiding teammates across departments.

The role emphasizes reading blueprints, using hand tools, and maintaining safe, organized work areas while adapting to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of three years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Proficient with handheld tools and measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Track parts, resolve issues, and communicate with team members.
• Assist department with lean initiatives and continuous improvement events.
• Read and comprehend job orders, bills of materials, and schematics.
• Identify parts and tools needed for duties in the area.
• Perform assembly-type functions with hand or power tools.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety protocols.
• Work at different workstations as production needs require.

Skills

Team oriented

Problem solving

Fast learner

Blueprint reading

Reading measuring tools

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler II – Water Spider (Final Assembly, Refrigeration, Framing, Sub-Assembly/Refrigeration)

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Supervisor: Production Supervisor

Shift: 1st

What We Are Looking For

The Water Spider is responsible for understanding the department’s processes and needs to provide support to assigned department such as tracking down parts, resolving issues, and communicating with team members as well as across different departments.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

• Demonstrated understanding of production operations
• Assist assigned department with tracking parts, resolving issues, and communicating with team members
• Assume some or all Lead responsibilities when needed
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time-to-time as directed by supervisorRead and comprehend a job order, bill of materials, blueprint, text, or schematic drawings
• Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information and identify proper tools needed to perform duties in respective area
• Assist with lean initiatives on the floor and participate and/or lead continuous improvement events
• Must be able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
• Performs any assembly-type function, using hand or power tools
• Utilize appropriate information given on material gauging and dimensioning
• Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, and other measuring instruments
• Fasten parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or fasteners
• Identify maintenance needed on equipment and tooling
• Work at different workstations as production needs require
• Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
• Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell
• Perform other duties as assigned

What are the basic qualifications?

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

• Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player
• Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving
• A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization
• A passion for getting things right
• Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices
• Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction

Physical Demands

• Occasionally – Sitting, Climbing/Balancing, Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Pushing/Pulling, Gripping, Pinching, Neck Rotation/Extension, and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs.
• Frequently – Standing, Reaching, Foot Use, Visual Acuity (Near/Far), and Lift/Carry up to 25lbs.
• Constantly – Walking and Lift/Carry up to 10lbs.
• Occasionally – Occurs up to 1/3 of the time
• Frequently – Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Constantly – Occurs 2/3 or more of the time