UTILITY-Material Handler-1st Shift

Global Technical Recruiters; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

Bonuses & growth

Job summary

Gtrjobs in Twinsburg, OH is seeking a Utility / Material Handler for plastics production. The role combines hands-on material flow with team coordination to ensure materials are staged, equipment runs smoothly, and operations stay efficient.

Ideal candidates have manufacturing/warehouse experience, mechanical aptitude, and leadership potential. Forklift experience is a plus; OT opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or warehouse experience required.
• Previous lead experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic tools.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to read instructions and use basic math.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work OT.

Responsibilities

• Sort, stage, label, and move plastic materials for production.
• Load materials into grinding equipment and follow production schedules.
• Clean/disassemble grinding equipment for changeovers.
• Operate forklift/tow motor as needed.
• Support inventory tracking and material flow.
• Coordinate daily tasks and assist team members as needed.
• Train and support new employees; lead by example.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Assist with additional production duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing/warehouse experience

Leadership potential

Mechanical aptitude

Reading instructions/basic math

Strong communication/teamwork

OT willingness

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Utility / Material Handler – Plastics

Location: Twinsburg, OH

Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Mon–Fri | OT Available

Overview: Growing plastics manufacturer seeking a Utility / Material Handler to support daily production and material flow. This role combines hands‑on work with team coordination, ensuring materials are staged, equipment is maintained, and operations run efficiently. Ideal for candidates with mechanical aptitude, warehouse/manufacturing experience, and leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Sort, stage, label, and move plastic materials for production
• Load materials into grinding equipment and follow production schedules
• Clean/disassemble grinding equipment for changeovers
• Operate forklift/tow motor as needed
• Support inventory tracking and material flow
• Coordinate daily tasks and assist team members as needed
• Train and support new employees; lead by example
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Assist with additional production duties as assigned

Requirements

• Manufacturing or warehouse experience required
• Previous lead experience preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic tools
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability to read instructions and use basic math
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work OT

Physical

• Lift up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with match
• PTO, holidays
• Bonuses + growth opportunities