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Artistree Material Handler

Michaels, Dallas, TX, United States


Material Handler

The Material Handler is responsible for accurately and promptly transporting materials to/from workstations and racks, utilizing forklifts, carts and pallet jacks; while following safety rules, meeting productivity standards and achieving attendance requirements.
Major Activities
Handling of Goods and Materials
Transports goods to production and bin location
Loads/off-loads materials for use in production
Puts raw materials and packaging supplies in proper inventory location
Meets or exceeds productivity standards set by management
Quality
Alerts management of issues or discrepancies
Participates in physical inventories and cycle counts
Safety & Organization
Maintains a clean work area for safe and efficient operation
Inspects equipment as required to ensure safety and accuracy
Follows all safety requirements for machine operation
Wears appropriate safety equipment at all times
Provides support to other production teams or functions, as needed
Minimum Education
High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent
Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires
Pallet jack experience
Other
Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Must have general, verbal, and numerical intelligence, including reading and matching of numerical sequences
Ability to accurately read a tape measure and ruler; accurately read calipers
Knowledge of RF scan gun preferred
Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills
forklift experience
Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires
1 year experience in manufacturing
Physical Requirements
Constantly stand and frequently walk
Frequently bend from waist and twist
Constantly lift up to 30lbs/13.6kgs and occasionally lift up to 50lbs/23.6kgs from floor to overhead
Occasionally reach horizontally and overhead
Constantly push/pull using total body and upper extremities, from floor to overhead, and occasionally reach horizontally
Feel with the touch of the fingers
Constantly grasp, carry, and push with both hands
Constantly move arms, hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or move/transport objects
Review physical requirements matrix for all requirements
Work Environment
High noise levels and moving machinery
Work environment is not climate-controlled and subject to dust and high/low temperatures
Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment