Material Handler
Location: Worcester, MA Pay Rate: $22.00/hour Schedule: MondayFriday | 40 hours/week 1st Shift | 5:00 AM 1:30 PM (30-minute lunch)
Position Summary:
The Material Handler II performs a full range of material handling duties in a manufacturing environment, supporting production operations through the accurate movement, staging, and management of raw materials, equipment, and finished goods. This role builds upon Material Handler I responsibilities and requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 13 months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 79 months of training required to become proficient in all phases of the role
- Valid forklift operator certification/license required
- Ability to work independently after training
Key Responsibilities:
Material Handling & Production Support
- Select, move, stack, and stage bulk, bin, and specialized materials for production and storage areas
- Set up complex equipment and material configurations in support of production operators
- Check inventory levels on the production floor and supply materials as needed
- Weigh materials and products and record data on tags, labels, or production schedules
Inventory & Systems:
- Perform limited inventory and warehousing functions, including cycle counts
- Receive and issue materials using SAP
- Retrieve, update, and maintain accurate inventory records
- Generate inventory and materials reports from SAP
Equipment Operation:
- Operate forklifts and other mechanized or motorized equipment
- Unload, transport, and stack materials using lifting devices or manual handling
- Verify load capacity, balance, and safe operation of forklifts
Safety & Procedures:
- Follow detailed procedures and standardized instructions for material handling
- Handle hazardous materials safely when assigned, including proper storage and movement
- Maintain knowledge of production layouts to place materials without detailed instruction
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong understanding of grain materials, equipment, and finished products
- Ability to distinguish between materials to meet production demands
- Familiarity with production plans, methods, and material handling techniques
- Basic computer skills, including keyboard use for inventory tracking
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Stand, walk, reach, and use hands for extended periods
- Frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend
- Ability to talk, hear, and smell in a manufacturing environment
Work Environment:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts
- Frequent exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and non-weather-related heat
- Loud noise levels typical of a manufacturing facility
Accountability & Supervision:
- Perform repetitive and routine assignments following established procedures
- Work under the guidance of a group leader or supervisor
- Receive general instructions for routine work and specific guidance for new tasks
