Material Handler

The Material Picker/Handler loads, unloads, and moves materials and finished goods in the plant or on plant grounds with industrial lift trucks and other material handling equipment.  The Material Picker/Handler receives specific work assignments under general supervision and resolves most problems with limited supervisory assistance.  The Material Picker/Handler must always use extreme care when operating equipment and is expected to practice and adhere to the Company’s Six Sigma principles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary:

• The Materials Picker has a primary function of picking and putting away material for specific jobs and supporting production in a manner that prevents work stoppages in the production area.
• Supports and maintains all processes associated with the Material Picker/Handler picking position.
• Reviews job orders (written or verbal) and determines specific handling requirements.
• Moves materials from storage or work sites to designated areas using power equipment (e.g., industrial trucks, power hoists) or, when appropriate, by hand.
• Loads/unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves or into or from vehicles.
• Installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent in-transit movement or damage.
• Accurately Counts/records units/parts moved or handled; attaches material/product identification tags/labels.
• Able to interpret basic drawings for part identification.
• Effective use of ERP system to lookup/review and enter data into handheld scanners and computer terminals. Reports inaccuracies of inventory to the materials lead,
• Assembles crates and pallets for material/product storage and/or shipment.
• Cleans and maintains work area (daily), completes material handling equipment safety check lists and maintains other tools/equipment.
• Works in a safe manner at all times.
• Ensures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Physical Demands:

• Maximum lifting requirement (pounds):  100 (infrequently), 50 (occasionally), 25 (frequently).
• Maximum moving requirement (pounds):  300 with assistance.
• Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following:  Frequent lifting, carrying, standing, sitting (operating forklift), walking, climbing, crouching, stooping, squatting, and twisting upper body.
• Working at heights off the ground up to:  20 feet.
• Vision requirements:  Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.

Work Environment:

• Work location:  Metal fabrication/assembly shop and indoor/outdoor storage areas.
• Exposure to:  Fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts/equipment including overhead cranes, sharp/heavy materials, inclement weather.
• Personal protective equipment requirement:  Safety glasses, gloves and safety shoes.

• Key skills, abilities, and knowledge:
  • Ability to read and understand job requirements, shop drawings, and blueprints.
  • Ability to operate industrial equipment including lift trucks, power hoists, etc.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.
• Experiential:  One or more years of material handling or related experience is desirable.
• Educational:  Related technical training (high school or beyond) is desirable but not essential.
• Certificates, Licenses:  Forklift operator certification.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.