Materials Handler I - 1st Shift

Pelican Products, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Material Handler in South Deerfield, Massachusetts. This role performs various duties including the unloading and receiving of materials, inventory management, and ensuring timely shipping of finished products. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience in material handling, along with basic forklift operation skills. The position requires the ability to handle physical tasks and effectively interact with team members.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays per Year

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401k Matching

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in material handling.
• Basic experience with forklift operation.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving paperwork flow.

Responsibilities

• Unload, receive, and store raw materials and supplies.
• Prepare finished materials for shipment.
• Perform physical inventory cycle counts.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Reading Instructions

Material Tracking

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

South Deerfield, MA, South Deerfield, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description

SUMMARY

Performs various duties in unloading, receiving, and storage of raw materials and supplies; shipping, staging and loading of finished materials; supporting internal and external customer needs; control of inventory; kitting for pre-assembly; distribution of work orders, prints, parts, kits to work centers. Timely and accurate stock replenishment and refills the production line with the required materials to maintain a steady flow. Fills materials requisitions;basic operation of computer systems; and other similar duties pertaining to the receiving, shipping and storage ofa large array of raw and finished materials and supplies. Prepares various documents, schedules daily pickups.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works from computer, prints, verbal and written instructions, as well as established procedures and practices.
• Checks receipts against purchase orders. Verifies type of material, count, and weight against documentation. Reports discrepancies and damage to supervisor/group leader immediately.
• Assigns appropriate lot locations to product for best storage and space utilization.
• Ensures that materials can be properly tracked during the production process by records/scans/enters work orders.
• Prepares finished material for shipment.
• Operates internal and external computer systems.
• Schedules pick up of finished materials.
• Provides information as requested to internal and external customers.
• Performs physical inventory cycle counts and reports findings to Lead, Supervisor, and/or Inventory Control.
• Operates standard straight body truck to pick up and deliver materials as assigned. Operates mechanicalmaterial movement equipment to store and deliver materials to requesters.
• Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employmentagreement. Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications include:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent specific experience.
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in material handling.
• Basic experience with fork lift operation.
• Able to read and interpret written instructions to include Bills of Material. Knowledge of plant layout includinglocations of finished products and raw materials.
• Knowledgeable on paperwork flow for shipping and receiving documents.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Actively supports and complies with Pelican’s objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety,with an emphasis on continual improvement.
• Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager.
• Must be flexible regarding working hours and overtime. Must be able to work overtime on evenings andweekends, with or without advanced notice.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute standardphysical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standardphysical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch).
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• This position requires repetitive hand/wrist activities

Compensation & Benefits:
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The annual U.S. pay range for this positionis listed below. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability plans, and matching 401k to eligible employees.

Pelican Products, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

South Deerfield, MA, South Deerfield, Massachusetts, United States of America