Material Handler - Plastics 1st and 2nd shift

Le Sueur Incorporated; Kingsway Estates (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Flexible PTO

401k

Short-term disability

Employee assistance

Career advancement

Education reimbursement

Recognition and awards

Employee events

Job summary

Le Sueur Incorporated in Minnesota is seeking a 1st or 2nd shift warehouse associate to operate forklift equipment, move materials, and assist production teams.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic math and computer skills, at least 6 months forklift experience, and the ability to lift up to 55 lbs; overtime is required as needed and safety PPE is provided. This position offers steady hours and potential career advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Reading and understanding work instructions is required.
• Basic math and computer skills are essential.
• 6 months of forklift experience preferred; 1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Place and retrieve product from designated areas via forklift and other material handling equipment to meet production and customer needs.
• Prepare materials for production by identifying required materials, mixing, weighing, labeling, counting, and palletizing as per job specs.
• Maintain cleanliness of material handling equipment to prevent contamination and ensure safe operation.
• Inspect and ensure proper operation of forklift and equipment; perform routine maintenance as needed.
• Ensure quality of work, adapt to changing company needs, and perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Computer experience

Independent decision making

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

1st shift position. Monday - Thursday 5am - 3:30pm with OT as required.

2nd shift position Monday - Thursday 3:15pm - 1:45am with OT as required.

Job Description

• Place and retrieve product from appropriately designated areas via forklift and other material handling equipment throughout facilities to ensure that production and customer needs are met. May involve receipt of incoming material/product and may load and unload trucks.
• Prepare the materials for production by identifying which material is needed and mixing materials to job specifications; measure, weigh, mark, label, count, blend, track, calculate shot weight, record, inspect, verify, package and palletize a wide variety of products or materials.
• Operate dryers at the correct temperature to prepare raw materials and ensure the correct moisture levels, utilizing the moisture analyzer.
• Maintain cleanliness of material handling equipment to prevent material contamination.
• Check forklift and other equipment periodically for proper operation and may perform routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Responsible for quality of work and appropriately resolve unusual operating conditions. Willingly modifies work schedule and duties to accommodate Company needs. All other duties as assigned.
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Ideal Candidate

• Typically requires: A High School Diploma or equivalent, read and understand work Instructions, computer experience, independent decision making, and effective self-management.

• Minimum Education: Reading and understanding work instructions
  Preferred Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum Skills/Experience: Effective computer use. Basic Math skills. 6 months of fork truck experience. independent decision-making, and effective self-management.
  Preferred Skills/Experience: Above plus - 1-year forklift experience in a warehouse setting, strong Computer, and math skills

Functional Requirements

• Manually lift and move product and materials up to 55 lbs. through regular physical exertion, including but not limited to reaching forward, reaching overhead, lifting, carrying, crouching, and bending
• Power grip and wrist turn, including the use of hand tools and/or steering fork truck
• Walk, sit, or stand for up to 10 hours with intermittent breaks
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• See, inspect, handle, and evaluate product quality
• Read and understand written English language work instructions
• Work in non-climate controlled environments, including hot and humid conditions
• Climb ladders and stairs of varying heights
• Wear task-based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by LSI
  • Protective Footwear
  • Hearing Protection
  • Protective Eyewear
  • Gloves
  • Additional PPE as required for specific tasks

This job posting does cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Industry Leading Benefits:

• Generous medical/dental insurance plan
• 80-84 hours of paid Holiday
• Flexible PTO/UTO policy
• 401k with company match
• Company-paid Short-term disability
• Employee assistance plan
• Career advancement
• Formal leadership development
• Education reimbursement program
• Recognition and awards
• Employee events (fishing contests, Christmas turkeys, potlucks, appreciation meals, and more)

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.