Fiber Yard Material Handler

Pratt Industries • Wapakoneta, OH

142d • $48,500

About The Position

Are you a skilled equipment operator ready to drive your career forward? Join Our Team as a Fiber Yard Material Handler! Are you a highly motivated individual with a knack for operating heavy machinery? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills directly contribute to essential operations? We're looking for a dedicated Fiber Yard Material Handler to play a vital role in our paper mill, ensuring the smooth flow of raw materials and the efficient operation of our facility. In this hands-on role, you'll be the backbone of our material staging process, operating a variety of mobile equipment like Forklifts, Front-End Loaders, and Bobcats. You'll work outdoors, directly impacting our production by expertly handling and organizing bails and loose raw materials. If you're safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a thriving team, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Proven ability to operate various small to medium-sized industrial mobile equipment, including forklifts, front-end loaders, and Bobcats.
• Ability to frequently get on and off equipment, operate steering controls, hand levers, and foot pedals, and possess excellent depth perception.
• Strong ability to read orders, prepare reports, perform basic mathematical computations, and utilize basic computer and scanning equipment.
• Clear and effective oral communication skills to interact with all plant personnel.
• A strong commitment to working safely and following all established procedures.
• A 2-to-4-year degree from a college, university, technical school, military, vocational, or other advanced educational institution is preferred.
• A demonstrated desire and ability to learn new skills and participate in ongoing training programs.
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including both days and nights.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently maneuver forklifts, front-end loaders, and Bobcats to stage bails and loose raw materials.
• Apply your understanding of inventory procedures to keep materials organized and accessible.
• Ensure a steady supply of raw materials for the paper mill, directly contributing to our operational success.
• Adhere strictly to all Mill safety policies, including PPE, lock-out-tag-out procedures and hazard observation.
• Communicate clearly with your team and supervisor to maintain seamless operations.
• Accurately read orders, perform basic mathematical computations, and complete necessary documentation using basic computer skills and scanning equipment.
• Perform pre/post shift equipment checks and basic housekeeping tasks to keep equipment and work areas clean.

Benefits

• Base salary of $48,500.00 ($23.31/hr)
• Overtime pay after 40hrs worked per week.
• Earn up to 100% of one month's base salary every quarter through our mill incentive program!
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Total Compensation: $75,000.00+ annually with scheduled OT & Incentive
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Annual Safety Allowances for Boots & Glasses
• Medical (HSA Plan), Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement to fuel your continued education
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Child Bearing/Parental Leave
• Supplemental Life, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance plans
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Plans
• Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
• EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
• Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans
• Career Growth with practical application training and ongoing educational certificate programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree