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Pelican Products Materials Handler l - 1st Shift in South Deerfield, Massachusetts
SOUTH DEERFIELD SUMMARY Performs various duties in unloading, receiving, and storage of raw materials and supplies; shipping, staging and loading of finished materials; supporting internal and external customer needs; control of inventory; kitting for pre-assembly; distribution of work orders, prints, parts, kits to work centers. Timely and accurate stock replenishment and refills the production line with the required materials to maintain a steady flow. Fills materials requisitions; basic operation of computer systems; and other similar duties pertaining to the receiving, shipping and storage of a large array of raw and finished materials and supplies. Prepares various documents, schedules daily pickups. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Works from computer, prints, verbal and written instructions, as well as established procedures and practices. Checks receipts against purchase orders. Verifies type of material, count, and weight against documentation. Reports discrepancies and damage to supervisor/group leader immediately. Assigns appropriate lot locations to product for best storage and space utilization. Performs pre-assembly. Ensures that materials can be properly tracked during the production process by records/scans/enters work orders. Prepares finished material for shipment. Operates internal and external computer systems. Schedules pick up of finished materials. Provides information as requested to internal and external customers. Performs physical inventory cycle counts and reports findings to Lead, Supervisor, and/or Inventory Control. Operates standard straight body truck to pick up and deliver materials as assigned. Operates mechanical material movement equipment to store and deliver materials to requesters. Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement. Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job. Performs additional duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS Qualifications include: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent specific experience. Minimum of 1-2 years experience in material handling. Basic experience with fork lift operation. Able to read and interpret written instructions to include Bills of Material. Knowledge of plant layout including locations of finished products and raw materials. Knowledgeable on paperwork flow for shipping and receiving documents. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Actively supports and complies with Pelican?s objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement. Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels. Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager. Must be flexible regarding working hours and overtime. Must be able to work overtime on evenings and weekends, with or without advanced notice. Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers). While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch). Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. This position requires repetitive hand/wrist activities.