Materials Handler: Shipping, Receiving & Lean Ops

Synthomer plc; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus scheme

LTIP for senior positions

Company car or car allowance

Healthcare

Job summary

Synthomer plc in United States (South Carolina) seeks a Material Handler to ensure a smooth materials flow through the plant, from receiving to shipping. The role involves loading shipments, operating forklifts, and supporting production areas.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience; overtime may be required. Preferred applicants may have forklift licenses, 5+ years of experience, and DOT certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus one year related experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: 5+ years' experience as a Material Handler
• DOT certification is preferred for certain roles

Responsibilities

• Assures an accurate and continuous flow of materials through the plant
• Receives and handles incoming materials, prepares bills of lading and shipping labels, arranges truck pick-up, prepares products and samples for shipment
• Loading containers and trucks for shipment with appropriate dunnage and paperwork for worldwide shipments
• Perform filtering operations, packaging and transfer materials to containers (drums, totes, bags, and boxes)
• Visually check lines, connections, and bleed off valves before, during and after transfer
• Transfer product through proper lines by identifying correct line, completing hookups, and opening and closing valves
• Participate in teams such as work teams and safety teams
• Assist in conducting physical inventory
• Receive raw materials by verifying information, making labels and entering data into the computer inventory system
• Participate on lean Six Sigma teams for continuous plant improvement

Skills

Material handling

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Inventory control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Truck License

Electric lift truck operation

Job description

Synthomer plc in United States (South Carolina) seeks a Material Handler to ensure a smooth materials flow through the plant, from receiving to shipping. The role involves loading shipments, operating forklifts, and supporting production areas.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience; overtime may be required. Preferred applicants may have forklift licenses, 5+ years of experience, and DOT certification.