What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Interstates Companies?
At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here.
Interstates is currently seeking a full-time Material Handler to join our Omaha manufacturing team. This role will provide direct support to our Manufacturing team, as defined in the primary job duties section, below. An ideal candidate will be results driven, safety-minded, and work well with a team. Interstates seeks ambitious, innovative individuals, with the ability to grow and maintain value-added relationships with our team and external customers.
At Interstates, we offer competitive salary and fantastic benefits for you and your family. We place tremendous focus on training our employees while providing challenges and career development opportunities, so that each team member has the ability to reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
The Material Handler is responsible for loading and unloading materials and maintaining inventory within the facility
- Operates lifting equipment to move products and materials within the facility and storage yard
- Loads/unloads products and materials - includes strapping, bracing, and/or padding to prevent damage
- Unpacks, verifies, and records incoming merchandise and material - ensures accuracy/condition, reports discrepancies/damage
- Assembles wooden or cardboard containers, or selects pre-assembled containers - prepares manufactured goods for shipment
- Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies
- Responsible for light vehicle maintenance (lift and automobile)
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:
High School diploma or GED. Must be able to work with machinery such as a forklift.
Travel: Travel will be minimal for this position (1-2 day trips per month).
WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, this role may be exposed to high/precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and all outside weather conditions. Depending on the role, one may be expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Due to the nature of our work and our client base, the role may involve tasks in an environment exposed to dust. Candidates should be comfortable working in these conditions and complying with safety standards to protect their well-being.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurances
- Company-paid Short and long-term disability
- Paid time off and Holidays
- Matching 401k program
- Pay for performance bonuses.
- HSA contributions
- Day Time Hours
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Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug-free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.
Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and provides a drug free work environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. A copy of our AAP is available upon request during regular business hours.