Material Handler - Machine Shop

Laitram LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram Machine Shop in New Orleans, LA seeks a Material Handler to support our Material Management department. The role involves moving material with a forklift, organizing inventory, and ensuring smooth shop operations to meet production needs.

Responsibilities include receiving, put-away, shipping and receiving support, and recycling/disposal coordination. Candidates should be self-motivated, collaborative, and detail-oriented, with proficiency in Excel and standard software tools.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and move 45 lbs.
• Proficiency in standard software packages (Excel, MS Office) and clear written/verbal communication.
• Self-managed and able to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Move material inside and outside of the Machine Shop using a forklift.
• Put away received material to assigned locations.
• Assist with deliveries for shipping and receiving, may include drop-offs or pickups.
• Assist with material recycling and logistics for pickup.
• Coordinate coolant disposal and recycling when possible.
• Assist with daily shipping and receiving activities when necessary.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Excel and MS Office

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Manufacturing & Production, Supply Chain Management & Warehouse

Division

Laitram Machine Shop is seekingan 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, visitwww.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

• 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