Indirect - Material Handler, Plastic
About The Position
Scepter, a Myers Industries Company (NYSE: MYE), is a leading manufacturer of portable plastic containers for marine, consumer and military applications. Through smart choices and smarter design, the business doubled in size, started winning innovation awards, and earned a full 95% of the global marine fuel tank market. For the military, Scepter developed better packaging for the safe handling and storage of heavy caliber ammunition, converting from metal to plastic as the new standard. Their military fuel can is known by armies the world over as a “Scepter Can.” When Scepter turned its attention to the retail market, the company soon became trusted throughout the world for producing rugged, ergonomic, and easy-to-use fuel containers. Steady growth and expansion ensured Canada operations were strengthened with the purchase of a key facility in the heartland of America. 1st Shift - 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Job Overview The Material Handler is responsible for the efficient movement, storage, and tracking of materials within the manufacturing facility. Included are tasks like loading and unloading shipments, organizing inventory, and ensuring materials are delivered to the correct locations in a timely manner, utilizing equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks while maintaining accurate records and adhering to safety guidelines. The Material Handler must work to ensure smooth and consistent operation to satisfy internal and external customer requirements.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED is required,
- Fork-lift certification required or must obtain if selected for position is required.
- Six months of related experience and/or training are required.
- Basic Math Skills (Add/Subtract/Multiply/Divide) is required.
- Ability to communicate in a positive and clear way is required.
Nice To Haves
- One plus year of related experience and/or training is preferred.
- Three years of experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Lean Manufacturing experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Works safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by following Scepter policies and OSHA standards
- Ensures all machines are running the proper resins and additives as outlined in the BOM
- Ensure all material transfers are performed properly and accurately
- Checks WO to ensure correct material is used at each workstation.
- Responsible for the removal of all trash and scrap bins from Production Stations.
- Responsible for stocking Production lines to required levels.
- Transfer finished goods to proper locations
- Movement of WIP/Scrap to proper secondary processing locations
- Responsible for accurate weights of scrap, re-ground and pelletized product
- Responsible for accurate daily finished good, WIP and raw material inventory counts
- Responsible for the proper labeling of materials with necessary product information
- Conduct break relief to production associates when required
- Effectively communicate (verbal, written, etc.) material status between shifts
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
