Materials - Material Handler

At CR Plastic Products, our employees have incredible opportunities to work for an organization that is known for our forward-thinking innovation and eco-friendly design in products and packaging.

Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and encourages learning and development to support internal career advancement opportunities. We are problem solvers who find fulfillment and reward in making impossible possible. We are hands-on, focused, and committed to always being a part of something bigger.

If you are creative, passionate and enjoy working in a collaborative environment we would like to hear from you.

The Material Handler assists in the safe and efficient operation of the Manufacturing Facility by loading, unloading, and moving materials, both manually and with a forklift.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves with lift trucks or by hand.
- Load materials into vehicles and install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage.
- Transfers all materials from storage or work sites to designated areas in a safe manner.
- Secures lifting attachments to materials and takes a load to destination.
- Counts, weighs, and records the number of units of materials moved or handled.
- Lifts heavy objects by hand or with a power hoist.
- Clean work area, machines, and equipment to assist machine operators.
- Reads work orders or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
- Stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together.
- Remove all scrap bins, cardboard, and trash pails, as needed to maintain a tidy environment.
- Ensures placement of materials and products in work areas such as Extruders or CNCs is done to maximize the production process.
- Timely and accurate loading and unloading of materials as directed.
- Maintaining a safe pathway to transport materials to and from destinations within the facility.
- Prioritizes and plans work; accordingly, uses time efficiently and makes timely decisions.
- Other duties as required.

EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Proof of past/current Forklift/Tow Motor Certification.
- Previous related experience and/or training.
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
- The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally may maneuver up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job may include but are not limited to close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Must be able to stand continuously for the duration of the scheduled shift.

The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.