Material Handler - Machine Shop

Laitram; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram Machine Shop in New Orleans seeks a Material Handler to support the Material Management department. This role involves forklift operation, moving materials, and assisting with shipping and receiving to keep shop operations smooth.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, works well in a team, communicates clearly, and can lift up to 45 lbs while maintaining high attention to detail. Proficiency with Excel or similar software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required.
• Self-managed and self-starting; works well in a team.
• Must communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency with standard software packages (Excel, Microsoft Office).
• Ability to lift and move up to 45 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move material.
• Move material inside and outside the machine shop to ensure smooth operations.
• Empty material collection receptacles with machining chips and coolant.
• Put away received material to assigned locations.
• Assist with deliveries for shipping and receiving; may involve drop-off or pickup.
• Coordinate recycling and pickup of material.
• Coordinate coolant disposal and recycling where possible.
• Assist with daily shipping and receiving as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Laitram Machine Shop is seeking an Material Handler to work in our Material Management department.

Laitram, LLC, is a global manufacturing company that has been part of the Louisiana business landscape for more than 50 years. Laitram employs over 3,000 people worldwide across four operating divisions – Intralox LLC, Laitram Machinery, Inc., Lapeyre Stair, Inc., and Laitram Machine Shop LLC. Laitram has been recognized for innovation and workplace excellence, including the New Orleans City Business “Best Place to Work” award. For more information, visit www.laitram.com.

Laitram Machine Shop provides cost effective, zero-defect inventory parts and components to other Laitram divisions, while supporting new product development through technical expertise and rapid turnaround.

Responsibilities

• Most of the work will be completed with the use of a forklift
• Move material inside and outside of the Machine Shop to ensure smooth shop operations
• Empty material collection receptacles containing machining chips and coolant
• Put away received material to assigned locations
• Assist with deliveries for shipping and receiving, may include dropping off or picking up from local suppliers
• Responsible for material recycling and logistics to have material picked up
• Coordinates coolant disposal and recycling coolant when possible
• Assists with daily shipping and receiving activities when necessary

Requirements

• Forklift experience
• Self-managed and self-starting individual
• Works well in a team environment
• Communicates clearly, verbally and written
• Proficiency in standard software packages (Excel, Microsoft, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 45 lbs

Desired Qualifications

• Overhead crane experience
• Previous experience working in a machine shop or manufacturing
• Previous experience working in shipping or receiving

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled