Resin Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Techniplas is a global supplier of sophisticated plastic components and design-focused, multifunctional surfaces that are primarily for the automotive sector, as well as the industrial, consumer goods, medical, and other markets. The companys products follow industry trends like weight reduction and vehicle electrification, innovative operating concepts, high-quality surface finishes, and an increasing focus on convenience and safety. The Techniplas Group runs 30 sites worldwide with production, sales and/or technology hubs and employs just under 4,000 members of staff. The company serves customers and platforms around the world, focusing on technological expertise and collaboration with customers in the fields of design and engineering. Techniplas has long-term relationships with many of the worlds leading automotive and industrial OEMs. SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Resin Material Handler will transport incoming and outgoing materials to designated areas as assigned. Operate forklift, electrical hoist, or other power-driven equipment to load or move material and supply the production area with needed materials from inventory. Load or unload material onto or from pallets, trays, or shelves. Process required paperwork. Work in cooperation with others to ensure the production of quality products. JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manually or mechanically loadand unloadmaterials from pallets, skids, platforms, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles. Understandthe negative impact ofrunning out of material to the press, and workto ensure assigned presses do not have shortages of materials needed for production. Checkthe moisture of materials. Maintain the material feed system. Operating controls to drive propane or electric-powered forklift trucks and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas. Performroutine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, fueling, or replacing liquefied gas tanks. Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, and boxes; secure material or products for transport to designated areas. Weigh materials or products, and record weight and other production data on tags or labels. Load, unload, or stack containers, materials, or products. Operate packaging machine, banding machine, and other equipment. Perform safety inspections of equipment. Accurately scan material, inserts, and finished product. Inspect product load for accuracy, and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery. Learn and use the necessary knowledge of materials and the Plex ERP system. Monitor Plex to stay informed of job and material changes. Completetransactions for materials. Maintain 6S activities that have been established. Conduct accurate inventory transactions for all materials and packaging as needed. Assist technicians in pulling materials in a timely manner. Keep walkways clear. Report weights of any discarded material to the Supervisor/Lead Technician. Communicate with material handlers on other shifts on a daily basis. Make sure all materials are labeled properly and accurately scanned to a location. Assist with set up, quality audits, or operate machines to make parts or products. Read work orders, instructions, formulas, andprocessing charts. Maintain production or work records. Look parts up in inventory and complete inventory transactions. Clean up as needed and also at the end of the shift. Training new employees on proper procedures and techniques. Relieve other operators for breaks as needed. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks. Serve on special project teams (Kaizen, 5S, etc.) as assigned. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES): To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge: Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Tools and equipment used in this job include a utility knife, razor knife, screwdriver, Allen wrench, pry bar, hand cart, and forklift truck. Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. Ability to use a digital weight scale. Education/Training - High school diploma or equivalent; or up to six months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous material handler experience working in a manufacturing environment is desired. Certified forklift training (sit-down and stand-up). Skills: Language - Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Abilities: All abilities necessaryto drive a forklift for full shifts plus scheduled overtime, including but not limited to: Quickly and repeatedly adjusting the controls of a forklift and other PIV equipment used. Must be able to quickly recognize andrespond as needed to signals while driving a forklift, e.g. people walking around nearby,or different sounds & lights from the forklift. The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) to ensure part/materialquality meets customer requirements. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision. Need vision and hearing abilities necessary for driving. The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.