Material Handling Technician — Crane & Forklift Ops

PlayCore Holdings, Inc.; Holland (MI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PlayCore in Michigan seeks a material handling associate to stage welded steel members for processing and to operate overhead cranes for moving parts. The role includes forklift use and a focus on safety and efficiency.

Candidates should understand basic material handling methods and have EPICOR ERP experience or familiarity with similar systems. Reading blueprints and contributing to team improvement are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic material handling methods to ensure quality delivery
• ERP experience with EPICOR or similar systems
• Ability to read blueprints

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across departments to stage welded steel members for processing
• Operate overhead cranes to move parts
• Occasionally use forklift to transfer parts
• Support continuous improvement aligned with department goals
• Encourage team building and provide constructive feedback
• Commit to safety and efficient work practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EPICOR ERP

Job description

• Collaborates across departments to ensure welded steel members are staged correctly for processing.
• Utilizes overhead cranes to move parts.
• Occasionally uses forklift to transfer parts.
• Continuous improvement in support of department and company goals
• Supports, participates and encourages team building
• Provides feedback, both positive and negative, to the team, other related departments and the supervisor
• Promotes a positive work environment
• Follow all of Porter Corp’s procedures and policies
• Work safely and efficiently
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• This position requires a knowledge of basic material handling methods to ensure a quality product is delivered to all customers
• Work requires high school diploma or equivalent

Travel

This position requires minimal to no travel

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated proficiency using EPICOR ERP or similar systems

Other Requirements

• Able to read blue prints
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Must be open-minded to new ideas and concepts
• Possesses very good problem-solving skills
• Must be self-motivated and results oriented

Other Skills

• Safe and efficient material handling to minimize damage
• Accuracy and completeness of deliverable materials to customers

PlayCore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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