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Material Handler

Showcasewindows, Missouri City, TX, United States


Description
For more than 31 years, Showcase Window & Door Company has been an innovator in the window and door industry. Founded in 1994, Showcase Window & Door Company has been at the forefront of the vinyl window and door industry. Our vinyl windows and sliding patio doors are highly energy efficient and are designed specifically for the weather conditions in the regions we serve along the Gulf Coast. Following our acquisition by Drum Capital in 2019, we are accelerating growth, innovation, and operational excellence. We take pride in crafting products that exceed industry standards, and we’re looking for a skilled Material Handler to join our team and support our next chapter of success.

Job Summary
Safely and efficiently move raw and/or finished products throughout the plant. Assure that all appropriate documentation associated with movement of product/materials is complete and accurate. Perform tasks including production work given by Plant Manager, Material handling supervisor, and/or Manufacturing Supervisors.

Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working from computer generated work list, moves product and materials throughout the plant.

Ensures safe material handling and operation of forklift

Transports raw and other materials to machine operators, and in-process material to other departments as needed

Helps in other areas requiring forklift operation as required

Assists in unloading raw materials received from vendors and in loading finished product into semi-trailers for transport to customers as needed.

Maintains good housekeeping standards.

Keeps aisles clean

Ensures parts are in appropriate place in racks

Ensures pallets are stored in a safe and orderly manner

Disposes of scrap in appropriate bins and in a safe manner

Performs and/or secures assistance in preventive maintenance and repair of forklifts.

Assists in the development of better and more efficient systems for material handling.

Hot strips parts as required.

Work within a team environment.

Could potentially come in contact with hazardous chemicals.

Any other tasks as required to fulfill Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.

Primary Responsibilities

Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, railroad cars, trucks, and storage areas.

Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.

Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.

Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.

Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.

Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas.

Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to truck mechanic.

Performs other related duties as requested.

Requirements
Physical Requirements

Must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs.

Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach within hand and arm length, stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Full hand dexterity

Must be able to stand on your feet for long periods of time

Entry Level Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous manufacturing experience preferred

1 year of previous production experience in Forklift driving and/or material handling

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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