Materials Handler

Southwire Company; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 25,761 - 28,557; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Family and Individual Insurance Packages

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Job summary

Southwire Company in Georgia is looking for a dedicated Material Handler to support manufacturing operations by ensuring fulfillment to customer and business expectations. The role requires operating a forklift, data entry, and maintaining service standards.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma and at least one year of forklift experience. Benefits include 401k matching, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement among others.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year experience operating a forklift.
• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours.

Responsibilities

• Focus on excellent customer service.
• Operate a forklift to load and unload trucks.
• Stage finished products.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and job‑site power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value‑add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attribute to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well‑being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Shift: B Shift 6:45am-7pm

Pay Rate:$18.70– $20.73

Job Description

As a Material Handler, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing a full range of warehousing and logistics services to ensure fulfillment to customer and business expectations. Our material handlers are dedicated, hardworking, and passionate about getting things done. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn and grow with an industry leader, join our team!

What you will do

• Focus on excellent customer service and take pride in every order we fill for our customers
• Operate a forklift to load and unload trucks and move material in the warehouse or plant
• Stage finished products
• Enter data using warehouse computer applications
• Perform all duties and specific projects as assigned in a safe and productive manner

What you will need

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year experience operating a forklift
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment
• Must have basic computer skills – MS Excel, MS Word, Data Entry, SAP desirable
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours
• Meeting physical requirements, such as lifting, bending and standing for long periods
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Follow quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules and regulations
• Possess extreme attention to detail, organization and accuracy
• The ability to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• and More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.