Material Handler

Summary

Dakota Bodies is looking for a Material Handler. The primary role for the Material Handler is moving material around the plant or work site with a forklift. In addition, this role may package, weigh, and load/unload material from machines and stage material in a timely and accurate manner. This position requires a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to perform the duties to the highest standard.

Please note that the Material Handler will be using a forklift for approx. 25%-30% of their day. The remaining portions of their day may consist of the following:

Responsibilities

• Moves material around plant using a forklift
• Ensures areas are supplied with parts
• Moves and stages material as scheduled for optimum machine efficiency.
• Provides machine support by emptying scrap and ensuring lines are cleared of finished product.
• Locates material into finished goods as needed.
• Tracks orders and tags.
• Follows bill of material in order to match product with proper packaging and skidding.
• May perform finishing duties.
• Performs setup of valve and burn off operations.
• Performs multiple tasks to ensure ongoing machine operation.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks throughout plant to ensure safe, efficient and quality production of materials.
• May perform housekeeping duties within the plant when necessary.
• Responsible for delivery of goods
• Maintenance and usage of company vehicle
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience

• Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 10 hrs. a day
• Must have good hand-eye coordination
• Mechanical aptitude a plus, but not required
• Competent in basic math and computer skills
• Can read a tape measure
• Must be able to handle small parts
• Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures
• Ability to recognize quality issues and problems