Material Handler - Plastics 2nd shift

Le Sueur Incorporated; Le Sueur (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Le Sueur Incorporated is seeking a Material Handler for their 2nd shift in Le Sueur, Minnesota. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, preparing materials for production, and maintaining equipment cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, effective computer and math skills, and 6+ months of forklift experience. The role involves physical exertion, manual lifting, and the ability to work in various environmental conditions. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic production team.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must read and understand work instructions.
• Effective computer use and basic math skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Place and retrieve product from designated areas via forklift.
• Prepare materials for production by identifying and mixing materials.
• Operate dryers at the correct temperature to prepare raw materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of material handling equipment.
• Check forklift and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Effective computer use

Basic Math skills

Fork truck experience

Independent decision-making

Effective self-management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Material Handler

This is a 2nd shift position. Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1:20am with OT as required.

Training will occur on 1st shift for up to 4 weeks. (5am - 3:20pm Monday - Thursday

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.

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.