Material Handler

Load and unload materials from shipping containers while using the necessary equipment to load or unload. May perform a variety of other tasks relating to shipment of products.  Maintain facility in clean and orderly condition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, performing routine maintenance activities, notifying management of need for repairs, and supplies.  Working with all managers, department supervision and security to carry out work demands.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates loading and unloading equipment, conveyors, hoists, and other specialized material handling equipment including railroad tank car unloading equipment.

• Monitors product movement to and from storage, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure constant product flow.

• Records operating data such as products and quantities pumped, gauge readings, and operating times, manually or using computers.

• Checks conditions and weights of vessels to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.

• Operates industrial trucks, tractors, loaders and other equipment to transport materials to and from transportation vehicles and loading docks, and to store and retrieve materials in warehouses.

• Notifies managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

• Requisitions supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Educational and Other Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.

• Prior related work experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.

• Basic skills: reading, writing and math needed to perform responsibilities.

• Training on the job provided.

• Sensitive to confidential information.

• Must work independently and as a member of team.

Mental and Physical Requirements:

• Able to read, speak and write English.

• Able to lift, push, pull, up 50 pounds at a time.

• Strong physical and mental health to maintain demanding workload.

• Able to work under stressful conditions at times.

• Communication – verbal and written communication.

• Seeing - able to see details.

• Climbing - able to go up, down and over equipment in a safe manner using good judgment and proper safety equipment as is required.

• Position will require a minimum of 40 hours per week with frequent overtime demands based on the workload requirements. 

• Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

• Strong work ethics of integrity and honesty strives for excellence in all activities employing accompanying communication.

• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.

• Performs day-to-day administrative tasks.

• Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships and maintaining them over time.

• Dependable, reliable, fulfills responsibilities.

This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.  Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible.