Production Material Handler - 1st Shift

US-Farathan; Riverside (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

US Farathane in Riverside, MO is seeking a 1st Shift Production Material Handler to move finished goods, stock presses, and support daily production.

The role requires basic education, familiarity with Hi-Lo equipment, ability to read simple instructions, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks in a manufacturing setting. This position offers steady hours, safety emphasis, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Hi-Lo experience and ability to read simple instructions.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short memos, and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Put away finished product correctly.
• Keep presses stocked with totes and skids.
• Maintain housekeeping per standards.
• Keep returnable storage area stocked.
• Keep aisles and work areas clear at all times.
• Remove stock and equipment from presses during mold changes.
• Follow forklift safety standards and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Supervision.

Skills

Hi-lo experience

Reading comprehension

Math basics

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Diversity is an integral part of our corporate culture and success at USF. We welcome all individuals.

Location: Riverside, MO

Job Id:2043

# of Openings:1

US Farathaneis seeking a 1st Shift Production Material Handler.

US Farathanehas been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black-box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE’s and TPO’s as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

• Put away finished product correctly
• Perform all Housekeeping duties in conformance to the Housekeeping Verification
• Keep presses stocked with totes and skids
• Keep returnable storage area stocked
• Keep front wall, front aisle, and back aisle clear at all times
• Remove all stock, packaging, and assembly equipment from the press at the time of all mold changes
• Follow and enforce safety standards for the operation of the forklift truck
• Any other duties as assigned by Plant Supervision

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Hi-lo experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to supervisors and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to recognize numbers and not transpose digits.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to drive a forklift truck or operate a pallet jack. The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus, demonstrate depth perception and have good hand –eye coordination.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Tasks are usually performed indoors in a manufacturing environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee must not wear any loose-fitting clothing that may get in the way of the moving machinery. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employee may be required to work outside for short periods of time.

Who is US Farathane?

US Farathanehas been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPEs and TPOs as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

US Farathane offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical
• Vision
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Climate Controlled Environment

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.