Material Handler

Position Summary:

Moves material to production line to support manufacturing through operation of all warehouse handling equipment, which includes forklifts of various types (regular & stand-up), hand trucks, pallet jacks, large roller ladders, etc.

Essential Functions:

• Required to utilize and be proficient with OW system (4D), to include the following tasks:
  • Look up/research POs, specific inventory items and inventory by location.
  • Receive shipments into system on applicable POs.
  • Run/create and complete data entry for Needs List reports.
  • Make inventory and/or location corrections as needed.
  • Print applicable product inventory/identification labels.
• Unload trucks/inbound freight, verify package quantities against BOL.
• Verify package quantities/contents/part numbers against Packing List.
• Apply applicable product identification labels on received items.
• Identify and move/locate/store applicable Inspection and Medical items accordingly.
• Locate/move/pull inventory items to/from applicable storage locations.
• Deliver items to applicable requesting Production floor locations.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

• Comply with Oakworks company rules, policies, and procedures, including safety, quality, department specific rules, and maintaining proprietary and confidential Company information
• Demonstrates professional behavior, integrity, strong work ethic, and Oakworks high standards.
• Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions.
• Keeps work area neat and organized at all times.
• Willingness to learn new and improve current skills in an environment of continuous improvement.
• Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Supports departmental efforts towards achievement of Oakworks goals.
• Assures that personal productivity meets departmental demands.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• General maintenance of machine and minor repairs to equipment
• Performs departmental duties, as needed.
• Generates reports and analysis for departments, as required.
• Communicates information as appropriate.
• Provides suggestions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Keeps current on state-of-the-art technology affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance and a high level of competency in use of company software as it relates to the responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications:

Education: Must have High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience: Prefer 2 Years work experience in Manufacturing or Specific

Education or Training

License: None required.

Certification: Prior forklift certification

• Understanding of traditional manufacturing processes with machining and fabricating experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate and work with multiple departments.
• Proficient computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient verbal, written communication, and presentation skills required.
• Proficient organizational and time management skills required.

Physical Requirement and Work Environment:

• Ability to sit/walk/stand for extended periods of time on a daily basis
• Ability to lift/reach/bend/stretch in manufacturing environment
• Must be able to climb ladder heights of 20 feet.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods of time on a daily basis
• Periodically use phone, copier, and fax
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. on a regular basis
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Mobility to effectively move and converse in all areas throughout the facility
• Ability to work in a repetitive, side to side motion throughout the shift
• Ability to handle and assemble small parts, requiring manual dexterity throughout the shift
• Ability to tolerate exposure to wood dust/products, lacquer, metal dust/products and metal processing products in a normal manufacturing environment
• Work in hot and cold environment with seasonally changing temperatures

Training Requirements:

• Must complete training plan to perform job requirements in a safe and consistent manner as specified by Quality Management System (QMS):
• Employee Training will include the intended end use of the products
• Shall be aware of device defects which may occur from the improper performance of their specific jobs. Includes periodic recertification. Responsible to report any defects either caused or observed.

Hours:

Must be available during production hours from 5:30am to 2:00pm. Additional overtime hours may be required.

Travel:

None

Please Note:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employment with the company is at-will. The employee must be

able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested,

reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

I have read this job description and I fully understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined, with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that my job duties and responsibilities may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department and if so I will be required to perform such additional duties and responsibilities. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources department. I understand that should I need an accommodation to perform my job duties it is my responsibility to notify my supervisor and human resources.

Employee Signature: ____________________________ Date:__________________