Material Handler

Material HandlerCampbell Fittings, part of the Ideal Tridon Group, is currently recruiting for a Material Handler to join our Boyertown PA team. The ideal candidate for this position will have prior order picking and/or packing experience directly in a warehouse/manufacturing environment.Duties/Responsibilities:A Material Handler reports to our Production Supervisor to ultimately oversee stock levels, ensure inventory is organized within the warehouse, and replenishing stock when neededMust be forklift certified or willing to receive forklift certification as day-to-day duties will involve materials needing to be moved in bulk. Please note that we provide forklift certification training if neededMaintain accurate and up-to-date records of inventory transactionsVerbally communicates to Inventory Specialist any inventory accuracy issues and notifies supervisor any quality issues detectedManage and organize the warehouse space to maximize efficiency and safetyVerbally communicates to maintenance technician any machinery and equipment functional problems and notifies supervisor any quality issues detectedDepending on business needs, must provide support to Packaging Department as needed which may include Packaging Operator responsibilities including but not limited to:Picks parts following the instructions on the pick ticket, locates part in the warehouse for picking, inspects the parts to be packed to check for quality, quantity and the correct part was picked according to specifications on pick ticket, to assure that the packing job will be completed to meet customer and delivery standardsPreparations for packing of parts and products by physically moving the parts to the packing areaSelecting and setting up all the necessary tools and equipment including staple guns and tape dispensers to complete the assigned work orderPacking the parts or products by using a combination of methods including, packing with boxes and packets, securing product with tape and shrink wrap to prevent shifting or damage in transit aided with the use of hand toolsExamining own work including inspecting the packed parts by counting for correct quantity, visual inspections to detect packing defects, aided with the use of hand tools, scales and measuring devices to meet work order or drawing specificationsMaintains and updates appropriate documentation including but not limited to production, scrap, downtime reports, production board, quality and safety logs Implements and maintains 5S practices in his/her work area including in equipment according to company proceduresJob may require overtime and a flexible schedule, reporting early and working late including weekends from time to timeFollow all established safety rules and procedures including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which includes:Mandatory: Covered toe shoesOptional: Safety glasses, steel-toe shoes (toe protection shoes), gloves, hearing protectionReport defective materials and unusual or unsafe conditions to Production Supervisor or Operations ManagerPerforms other related or additional duties as assignedRequired Skills/Abilities:Excellent communication skills including active listeningAbility to troubleshoot issues efficiently and able to ask for help when neededProficient computer skills with the ability to learn new softwareAbility to interpret shipping documents, and understand instructions and work directions.Must be comfortable and efficient in working in a busy open-floor environmentMust be comfortable working in a team environment as well as individuallyMust be able to multitask and possess decision making skills for prioritizing workloadEducation and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent1+ years of picking and/or packaging experience in a warehouse/manufacturing environment highly preferredForklift experience certification is a must or willing to receive forklift certification - needed as moving materials in bulk within warehouse are part of day-to-day dutiesExperience using scan guns and their use in shipping, inventory put-away and picking, and cycle counting a plus.Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods of standing entire shiftMust be able to lift, push, and pull up to 70 pounds at times.Must be able to bend and twist throughout the entire shift.Material Handler must require help from coworkers when handling heavy pallets and skids weighing up to 1500 lbs.Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision InsuranceCompany paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability InsuranceCompany paid Basic Life and AD&D InsuranceGenerous 401(k) retirement planFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountGenerous PTOCompany Paid HolidaysAn Equal Opportunity EmployerWe do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.