Material Handler

Material HandlerThis position is responsible for pulling and preparing new materials for new jobs. This position is in Northstar's Warehouse Department, and reports to the Production Supervisor. The position works with all levels of employees throughout the organization as necessary, but does not direct the work of other employees. This is a full-time position.The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.Pull raw material, from inventory, for new jobsCommunicate to purchasing any material issues which will impact the smooth flow of productionPerform sawing, shearing, and circle shear raw material in preparation for productionOperate forklift and pallet jacks as requiredSupport production through the manufacturing process as requiredMaintain accurate work orders and ensure that all jobs are accompanied by work ordersWork with quality control and production leads on any potentially late projectsReport to the production manager any equipment that is inoperable or in need of maintenanceKeep manufacturing work areas clean and organized at all timesExpedite work to the production floor where necessaryMaximize efficiency at each work center by moving work in process into each work center and finished goods out of the areaWork with drivers to load and unload trucks and ensure it is stored in the proper locationMake sure material for each job is on schedule and in the proper locationPrioritize jobs through the release processIdentify areas for process improvement, cost and waste reductionParticipate on teams to address and correct problems which ariseParticipate in 5S in the areaThis position will not direct the work of any other employees.The physical requirements of this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.Frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing and seeingFrequent lifting of up to 50 poundsFrequent reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, twisting, bending and repetitive motionOccasional sitting, writing and typingVisual acuity to determine the accuracy and thoroughness of product and/or partsFrequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particlesFrequent exposure to moderate to heavy noiseThe ability to wear proper personal protective equipment, including earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent experienceExperience Required: 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environmentThe knowledge, skills and abilities required and/or preferred for this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.Able to read work order instructions and carry out directions as necessaryAble to work in an efficient and timely manner, multitasking where necessaryAble to think ahead to the next step in the manufacturing process and anticipate future needs at each work centerMust have solid computer skills and be capable of learning the current software system to accurately follow orders and hardwareHave well developed organization, communication, and planning skillsMust be a confident and driven team player who is able to work with little supervision while being able to multi-task and prioritize easilyMust have a solid mechanical aptitude and a sense of urgencyMust be willing to abide by established policies, plans, methods, procedures, deadlines, and prioritiesHighly professional with scheduling / planning experience in a manufacturing environment a plus