Material Handler Lead

Builders FirstSource; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Indianapolis, Indiana, is seeking a Material Handler to manage the flow of materials within a production environment. Responsibilities include physically handling materials, maintaining accurate records of material movement, operating material handling equipment, and training new employees. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and four years of related experience, with responsibilities including lifting and carrying heavy items in a challenging environment. Join our dynamic team focused on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 80 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to perform tasks involving climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Handles and maintains the flow of materials on the premises.
• Records movement of incoming and outgoing materials and verifies accuracy.
• Operates material handling equipment and trains employees in tasks.

Skills

Material handling

Team management

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Indianapolis IN Lumber – 1717 W Washington St (46222), 1717 W Washington St, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Job Description

Under limited supervision, handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines.

• Physically handles materials used to construct components and finished products to ensure movement of such items is optimized; lifts, carries, stacks items as needed.
• Records movement of incoming and outgoing materials and supplies and verifies the accuracy of work performed by self and other material handlers.
• Operates motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, some of which may require specialized training.
• Plans and assigns work tasks to Material Handlers in order to meet production goals.
• Trains employees in required tasks, including handling techniques, use of machinery, and safety guidelines.

Requirements: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and four (4) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.