OH - Material Handler I - 1st Shift

Viega Holding GmbH & Co. KG

Kentucky

On-site

USD 55,104,000 - 71,635,200

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO 22 days

Job summary

Viega Holding GmbH & Co. KG in Kentucky is seeking a Material Handler to ensure raw materials are stocked and moved according to the production schedule.

You will load, unload and transport materials using a forklift and pallet jack, support quality checks, and assist with recycling and waste reduction in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role offers hourly pay in the $20–$25 range with opportunities for bonus eligibility, benefits, and professional development.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.
1–2 years of experience in manufacturing or materials handling.
Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely.
Basic reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain stock levels per production schedule.
Load, unload and move material from warehouse to production.
Operate forklift and pallet jack for material handling.
Inspect materials and track lot numbers as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Electric pallet jack

Reading/Writing/Math

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The future needs people like you. Lend a hand.

As a driver of innovation, Viega is one of the most important technology leaders in the installation industry. We develop intelligent systems and integrated digital solutions. Quality is incorporated into everything we do. We believe that this is about much more than supplying pipelines. We turn spaces into living rooms: More comfortable. More intelligent. More secure. More sustainable.

Support us as:

Job Description Summary

The Material Handler responsible for making sure lines are adequately stocked with raw material according to production schedule; loading, unloading and moving material from raw material warehouse into production as needed.

What You'll Do:

Material Flow and Distribution

Review production schedule to determine materials needed for production run; ensure machines, equipment and materials are place in order to run daily production.
Manually and visually checks raw material levels in resin boxes; shovels loose materials inside boxes to ensure continuous suction and flow throughout tubing.
Review production schedule for color changes and changeovers; pulls materials and distributes to designated areas to ensure they are in place for next scheduled run; at end of each schedule runs out materials to assist with easy changeover.
Pull raw material as needed or requested from warehouse utilizing forklift or pallet jack.
Material Flow and Distribution
Break down empty gaylord boxes; stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together utilizing banding machine; load bundles onto a trailer utilizing a pallet jack; transports gaylord boxes to recycling trailer.

Recycling

Maintain tracking system of materials being removed from warehouse by pulling empty boxes and tracking lot numbers and quantity used; update tracking system.

Other

Attends meetings, workshops and/or learning sessions as required and/or assigned.
Empty trash as on as needed.
Unload trucks as needed.
Serve as a back up to Raw Materials Receiving Operator and/or other functions/areas as needed.
Performs other duties as required and/or assigned

Special Job Dimensions

May be required to work different shifts if needed

What We're Looking For:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge and understanding of basic reading, writing and math
Knowledge of raw materials
Ability to operate a forklift and electric pallet jack
Ability to troubleshoot equipment
Ability to interpret production schedule
Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

AND

1-2 years of experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.

Total Rewards Package :

Compensation

Base: $20 - $25 hourly, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.
Medical, Telehealth, Dental, and Vision coverage, including infertility treatment, weight management, and physical therapy.
Wellness Program, including wellbeing platform, wellness challenges, WorkLife Navigator services, EAP, and mental health resources.
HSA with company contribution.
Health Care and Dependent Care FSA options.
401(k) plan with up to 7.5% total employer contribution, including an automatic 3% company contribution plus a competitive tiered match.
Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance, with additional voluntary coverage options.
Voluntary benefits including legal, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Growth & Time Off

Up to $10,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, with an option for fully funded degree programs through Colorado Technical University.
22 days PTO.
Professional development opportunities designed to help employees continue building their careers.

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