Material Handler - Houston, TX

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Job Description
The Material Handler is responsible for the handling of all raw and finished materials required for efficient production.

Responsibilities
Job Functions/Duties:      
          
•   Review and monitor supplies (stretch wrap, boxes, trays, colorant, pallets, etc.).
•   Check all machines for sufficient color and material.
•   Inspect the forklift (LPG or Electric) before use, using the forklift checklist. (OPS-FRM-022) or Phone APP
•   Remove full pallets and boxes from the machines, stretch wrap and label each pallet.
•   Use pallet jack when required.
•   In some cases, affix labels to the appropriate cases.
•   Maintain and remove all boxes, cardboard, pallets, conveyors, and water tanks as needed.
•   Make sure electric forklifts are equalized; use the electric lift equalizing form (OPS-FOR-015)
•   Bring all scrap boxes of plastic material to the grinding area.
•   Assist in preplanning jobs, perform color changes or material changes as needed.
•   Will move all production to hold area or PRSTG area using RF scan gun.
•   Perform other duties as required.
•   Maintain full water conveyors. 
•   Must perform required training of personnel
•   Must be able to communicate well and drive to build teams
•   Must be computer literate and maintain training records as needed.

Qualifications
Qualifications/Education:


•   High School diploma or equivalent.
•   Minimum of 1 year experience in manufacturing.
•   Experience operating a sit-down /stand-up forklift and/or use of a pallet jack.
•   Inventory experience preferred but not required.
•   Ability to understand process flow in production environment.
•   Must be able to lift/carry 55 pounds.
•   Experience with mixing resins and material recycling preferred but not required.
•   Experience operating a stretch wrap machine preferred but not required.