What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Material Handler position at Plastipak Careers?
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for covering shift responsibilities in the absence of shift Warehouse Leaders and Backup Leaders. Also helps cover shifts in outside warehouses when assigned by warehouse lead.
- Assist warehouse leader in Overseeing the Finished Goods and Raw Material Handlers on their shift and ensure efficient movement and storage of raw materials and finished product.
- Operate a forklift in a safe and efficient manner. Assist in the proper training and testing of new hires and existing associates.
- Verifies adherence to all procedures within Safety, Corporate / Site Quality System, Operational Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices and ISO standards.
- Maintains and adheres to work instructions for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current. Responsible for the accuracy of transactions, product scanning, finished goods inventory and inventory reliability.
- This is a night shift position. The hours are 6:45 pm to 7:15 am.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED preferred.
- 3 to 5 years prior related work experience.
- Self-motivated.
- Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs, climb on and off lift and to sit, stand and move about the facility.
As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:
- Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
- EAP, Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
- Accidental Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
- Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
- Paid Company Holidays
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Caregiving via Care.com
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
- Travel Assistance
- Employee Discount Programs
- Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements
Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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