Job Description: Material Handler

General Summary: The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring smooth and efficient operations in the Production Department. This role requires adherence to all operating procedures, safety regulations, company policies, and relevant local, state, and federal employment laws.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment for packing out dry blends, liquids, dispersions, emulsions, and natural colors.
  

• Clean all blenders and tanks after each batch or as required.
  

• Read, follow, and complete all manufacturing log sheets accurately.
  

• Cross-train as an operator to fill in as needed on a temporary basis.
  

• Complete production activities assigned by the production supervisor, including required overtime.
  

• Follow safety rules and report all incidents/accidents to the production supervisor immediately.
  

• Operate a forklift and obtain forklift certification.
  

• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  

• Perform daily scheduled cleaning tasks to maintain a sanitary work area.
  

• Work to improve processes and reduce overall production costs by minimizing product waste.
  

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors, reporting all pertinent information.
  

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the production supervisor or management.
  

• Comply with the attendance policy as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Job Specifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
  

• Minimum of 6 months of work experience in a production environment, preferably in the chemical or industrial industry.
  

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  

• Practical experience with production and manufacturing operations preferred.
  

• Experience in mixing, blending, and weighing preferred.
  

• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
  

• Ability to apply commonsense to solve problems and deal with various concrete variables with limited standardization.
  

• Basic math skills required.

Work Conditions:

• Ability to maintain concentrated attention to detail for sustained periods.
  

• Physically demanding tasks requiring standing, walking, stooping, reaching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling for 8+ hours.
  

• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects weighing up to 60 pounds regularly.
  

• High dexterity required for operating tools or equipment.
  

• Use of close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  

• Work area is not climate-controlled, with temperatures ranging from 20°F to 115°F.
  

• Dusty and dirty work environment.
  

• Fast-paced work with changing requirements based on customer needs.

Pay rate: $14-16/Hour

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