Materials Handler I

ZipRecruiter; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Forklift Operator to assist in loading and moving materials within the plant and warehouse. The successful candidate will operate forklifts, verify deliveries, and ensure safety procedures are followed. This entry-level role is ideal for motivated individuals looking to grow in the warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Entry Level position requiring a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain forklift certification is necessary.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures is critical.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load/unload and move material.
• Verify materials against invoices for delivery accuracy.
• Maintain equipment and complete preventative maintenance.

Skills

Forklift certification

Reading and interpreting instructions

Knowledge of plant layout

Knowledge of paperwork flow

Understanding of safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Summary:

Under direct supervision, operates forklift to load/unload and move material within or near plant/warehouse, yard or worksite as well as on and off trucks. Operates various hand tools as required. Receives and verifies materials against invoices to ensure accuracy of delivery. Count or weight parts to check quantity accuracy. Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying when repairs are needed. Documents actions, completes production and quality logs. May perform additional production/warehousing duties as assigned.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load/unload and move material within or near plant, yard or worksite as well as on and off trucks.
• Reads work orders or follow oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Opens containers using steel cutters, claw hammer, or other hand tools.
• Receives materials into plant and verify materials against invoices to ensure accuracy of delivery.
• Count or weigh parts to check quantity accuracy.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying of needed repairs.
• Documents actions, complete production and quality logs.
• Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for completing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• General housekeeping in and around personal work space and equipment.

Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to maintain forklift certification.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions.
• Knowledge of plant lay out including location of finished products and raw materials.
• Knowledge of paperwork flow for shipping and receiving documents.
• Plant safety policies and procedures.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Entry Level.

About FET

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of , , , or , , , or expression, , , protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.