Material Handler

ECC Corrosion, Inc., a manufacturer of composite tanks, piping and other products located in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, seeks reliable individuals to work in our warehouse. *POSITION SUMMARY* The Material Handler is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely movement of materials throughout the Storeroom, production floor, and shipping/receiving areas. This role supports all production operations by ensuring that the right materials are in the right place at the right time — before they are needed. The Material Handler is expected to work proactively, anticipate production needs, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and take ownership of their assigned tasks without requiring constant direction. _This is a hands-on, active role in a manufacturing environment. Success requires reliability, good attendance, attention to detail, a willingness to try and cross-train across all storeroom functions._ *CORE RESPONSIBILITIES* *Production Support* * Check in with production leads and foremen at the start of each shift to identify immediate needs * Anticipate production material requirements — stage resins, consumables, and supplies before they are requested * Monitor and respond to demand; verify with production before delivering * Prepare, stage, and deliver production gators per load lists — picked, counted, labeled, and staged correctly * Mix resins and perform gel tests as required; notify supervisor of any issues * Prepare putty as needed; check levels daily and make to established minimum * Kick off resin buckets and drums; monitor levels throughout shift *Receiving & Inventory* * Receive incoming shipments; verify quantities against purchase orders and note any discrepancies * Put away all received materials to correct labeled locations * Perform cycle counts as assigned; record results accurately on count forms * Maintain accurate inventory by labeling all product and storage locations *Shipping & Field Job Support* * Review ship schedule weekly — verify all shipping materials are made, staged, labeled, and ready by job * Fabricate shipping materials as needed: flange protectors, cradles, crates, boxes, saddle pallets, tank pads * Stage all shipping materials by job number — segregated, labeled, and confirmed complete before ship date * Pick field job loads per load list; count, label, and stage for departure, and inspect and put away upon return * Load and unload field trailers accurately; two-person verification required before truck departs * Coordinate with supervisor on upcoming shipment requirements; notify Purchasing of material shortages with sufficient lead time *Facility, 5S & Safety* * Maintain chemical cabinets on the production floor, check and restock at the start, middle and end of every shift * Restock PPE stations and point-of-use (POU) consumable windows throughout the shift * Collect and process empty drums, buckets, and bins from the production floor * Keep all aisles, the receiving dock, and work areas clean, clear, and organized at all times * Participate in warehouse organization projects * Apply 5S principles daily: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain * Follow all safety protocols; report hazards, near-misses, and incidents to supervisor immediately *Shift Handoff* * In the last two hours of each shift, stage materials and consumables for the incoming shift's first two hours * Complete a written shift handoff note before leaving, document what was completed, what is pending, and what the next shift needs to know * Read the incoming shift's handoff note at the start of each shift before beginning work *QUALIFICATIONS* *Required* * High school diploma or GED * Ability to work assigned shift reliably and consistently * Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 30+ lbs regularly throughout the shift * Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods in a manufacturing environment * Ability to read and follow written instructions, load lists, cut sheets, drawings, and pick lists * Willingness to cross-train on all storeroom functions — full role fluency is expected over time * Forklift certification required within probationary period (training provided) *Preferred* * Prior experience in a warehouse, storeroom, tool crib, manufacturing, or distribution environment * Experience operating a forklift or other powered industrial equipment * Familiarity with inventory management systems (ERP/SAGE experience a plus) * Experience with shipping and receiving processes *WORKING CONDITIONS* * Manufacturing and warehouse environment — exposure to chemicals, resins, and industrial materials * Required to wear appropriate PPE at all times including safety glasses, gloves, and other protective equipment as directed * Exposure to varying temperatures — indoor and outdoor work required seasonally * Moderate noise levels in production areas *PERFORMANCE STANDARDS* Performance in this role will be measured on the following criteria: * Attendance and punctuality — consistent, reliable presence is non-negotiable * Task completion — assigned tasks completed accurately and on time per the daily task board * Quality of work — materials correctly staged, labeled, counted, and documented * Proactive behavior — anticipating needs without waiting to be directed * Safety compliance — zero tolerance for unsafe behavior or PPE violations * Cross-training progress — demonstrated advancement toward full role fluency * Housekeeping — assigned areas maintained to 5S standards at all times *Attendance Policy Notice: *Employees may not accumulate more than 6 attendance points within a rolling six-month period. Exceeding this threshold is grounds for termination. Attendance records are maintained and reviewed regularly. A no-call/no-show is treated as a separate, more serious attendance event. We are looking for individuals who are reliable, want to learn our business and become part of our growing team. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience: * Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person