What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Insight Global?
Must Haves:
- Forklift driving experience
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to read a tape measure
- Basic computer skills
- Basic math proficiency
- Mechanically inclined
- Experience working in a general warehouse setting
- Ability to retain information and follow written safety procedures
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Experience using hand tools (hammer, circular saw, table saw, band saw, nail gun)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
Nice to Haves:
- Eager to learn
- Hard working & positive
- Strong organizational skills
Day-To-Day:
This role supports production operations by handling and processing plastic materials throughout the manufacturing cycle. Responsibilities include separating and sorting plastic sheets, boxing, labeling, and weighing inventory, and following a designated grinding schedule. The individual will load materials into grinding equipment to convert them into pellet form for reuse in sheet production, as well as perform machine teardown, cleaning, and maintenance. The role also involves staging materials for upcoming jobs and working closely with the production team to ensure efficiency and workflow continuity. Training will include exposure to additional production floor duties to build a comprehensive understanding of all positions and processes. Candidates must be comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and be able to perform other tasks as assigned by management while maintaining safety and operational standards.
Salary : $45,000 - $65,000