Material Handler

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reads work order or follows verbal instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be movedOpens containers, using steel cutters, claw hammer, or other hand toolsLoads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by handConveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area, using hand truck, electric dolly, or other deviceCounts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheetAttaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containersStacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together, using banding machine and clincherRemoves samples of materials, labels with identifying information, and takes samples to laboratory for analysisLifts heavy objects by hand or using power hoist, and cleans work area, machines, and equipment, using broom, rags, and cleaning compounds, to assist machine operatorsCalculates ratio, and mixes additives to virgin material when requiredShovels loose materials, such as sand, gravel, metals, plastics, or chemicals, into machine hoppers or into vehicles and containers, such as wheelbarrows, scrap truck, or barrelsMay occasionally operate industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and productsOTHER DUTIESPerforms all other duties as requiredMay relieve Machine OperatorsRequirements: QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAININGHigh School diploma or GED requiredMinimum 2 years experience requiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESPROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLSIdentify problems, investigate the root-cause, and make recommendations for solutionsVERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLSUse verbal skills to communicate with co-workers or customers and/or vendorsWRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLSComplete and maintain documentation/records to effectively convey ideas and information both in written and oral formMATH SKILLSAddition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratiosCOMPUTER SKILLSNot applicableTOOLS AND EQUIPMENTHand toolsPower Hand toolsMotorized equipment (Forkift, High Reach Truck)MENTAL DEMANDS typically requiredRespond to unpredictabilityHigh pressure for resultsIndependent judgment and discretionOrganize and prioritizeManage multiple projects / tasksRead, comprehend and follow instructions/work ordersRelate to othersPHYSICAL DEMANDS (typically required to perform the essential functions of the job)CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job) Ability to standAbility to hear conversationAbility to walkAbility to stoopAbility to sitAbility to repeatedly bendRepetitive finger movementRepetitive twisting or pressure involvingAbility to use both wrists or handsAbility to use both legsSpecific visual requirementsAbility to communicate orallyUse depth perceptionUse color visionFREQUENTLY INCURRED (25 – 75% time on job)- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs– Ability to kneelAbility to lift up to 25 lbsReach at high or low levelAbility to lift up to 10 lbsAbility to climb stairsAbility to push/pull 15 lbsAbility to balanceAbility to operate truck/motor vehicleAbility to use legs/arms to climbOCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job) Ability to lift up to 65 lbsAbility to crawlAbility to carry up to 40 lbsWORKING CONDITIONS (typically required)CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job) Work in dry atmospheric conditionsWork with machinery with moving partsFREQUENTLY INCURRED (25 – 75% time on job) Exposure to vibrationWork aloneOCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job) Work in heat between 90o - 100oExposure to alcoholWork in excessive or frequent temperatureExposure to grease/oils changesWork with hands in waterExposure to intermittent noise above 85dBWork weekly more than 40 hoursExposure to irritant or toxic fumesWork a shift between 8-12 hoursExposure to dust (more than nuisance)PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (typically required to perform the essential functions of the job)CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job) Safety FootwearSafety GlassesGloves: latex, work gloves, etc. OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job) Hearing protectionRespirator (disposable)