{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e04547be5eba501dcd780d22","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e04547be5eba501dcd780d22","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e04547be5eba501dcd780d22","title":"Materials Handler","description":"Job TitleJob Description\r\nFirst Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions:\r\nEngage in packaging, loading, unloading, storing, and transporting materials and products by performing the described duties. Responsible for on-time delivery and quality as it pertains to shipping functions. Ensures the correct SAP transactions are made for receipts and items issues in/out of inventory.\r\nEducation/ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED required.\r\n6+ months of sit-down-forklift experience being primary function within the past 4 years.\r\nQualified Industrial Equipment operator.\r\nExperienced computer knowledge.\r\nPossess a valid driver's license.\r\nRequired Skills/CompetenciesQualified Industrial Equipment operator.\r\nExperienced computer knowledge.\r\nPossess a valid driver's license.\r\nPrevious experience with shipping/receiving documents.\r\nPrevious experience with handheld scanners is preferred.\r\nEssential ResponsibilitiesFollow EH&S policies.\r\nParticipate in SWATs.\r\nPerforms all shipping/receiving requirements, including product packaging and shipping as directed and in a safe manner.\r\nFollows the rules and regulations of C-TPAT.\r\nOperates Material Handling Equipment; loads and unloads vehicles as well as internal movement of material.\r\nMaintains daily shipping/receiving activity log.\r\nTransfers finished goods from manufacturing to offsite warehouse ensuring the quality and integrity of the pallet remains intact.\r\nPerforms daily/weekly cycle inventory counts and assists in the investigation of any inventory variances.\r\nPerforms daily equipment inspection including bucks, forklifts, battery and any equipment moved by the forklift.\r\nPerforms SAP transactions for receipts and items issues in/out.\r\nWorks with supporting departments on investigating any inventory/receipts discrepancies.\r\nMaintains effective communications levels and fosters team building in and outside the department.\r\nPractices good housekeeping and in accordance with all safety procedures.\r\nAble to act as courier.\r\nAble to use hand tools such as nail guns, air hose, etc.\r\nSupports 5S program.\r\nPerforms other assignments as required, including assisting in Production and other departments when necessary.\r\nOther duties as assigned.\r\nJob description subject to change at any time.\r\nReporting RelationshipsThis position reports the Supervisor, Traffic/Material Handling.\r\nTravelNo travel requirements.\r\nIf hired during plant start up, you will be expected to travel to other First Solar locations for training.\r\nEstimated Salary Range$18.00 - $21.63, Hourly\r\nUS Physical RequirementsWill sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.\r\nWill climb stairs on an occasional basis.\r\nWill lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.\r\nWill lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.\r\nWill push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.\r\nWill push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.\r\nRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.\r\n20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green is required.\r\nMay reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.\r\nMay stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.\r\nMust be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.\r\nAbility to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, cut resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection).\r\nAll associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).\r\nPowered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) Operation (i.e. Forklifts, Carts or vehicles with a motor, etc.)\r\nAny position with an essential function of PIV operation requires 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees.\r\nPotential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check band any other tests that may be required.\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 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Basic Job Functions:\r\nEngage in packaging, loading, unloading, storing, and transporting materials and products by performing the described duties. Responsible for on-time delivery and quality as it pertains to shipping functions. Ensures the correct SAP transactions are made for receipts and items issues in/out of inventory.\r\nEducation/ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED required.\r\n6+ months of sit-down-forklift experience being primary function within the past 4 years.\r\nQualified Industrial Equipment operator.\r\nExperienced computer knowledge.\r\nPossess a valid driver's license.\r\nRequired Skills/CompetenciesQualified Industrial Equipment operator.\r\nExperienced computer knowledge.\r\nPossess a valid driver's license.\r\nPrevious experience with shipping/receiving documents.\r\nPrevious experience with handheld scanners is preferred.\r\nEssential ResponsibilitiesFollow EH&S policies.\r\nParticipate in SWATs.\r\nPerforms all shipping/receiving requirements, including product packaging and shipping as directed and in a safe manner.\r\nFollows the rules and regulations of C-TPAT.\r\nOperates Material Handling Equipment; loads and unloads vehicles as well as internal movement of material.\r\nMaintains daily shipping/receiving activity log.\r\nTransfers finished goods from manufacturing to offsite warehouse ensuring the quality and integrity of the pallet remains intact.\r\nPerforms daily/weekly cycle inventory counts and assists in the investigation of any inventory variances.\r\nPerforms daily equipment inspection including bucks, forklifts, battery and any equipment moved by the forklift.\r\nPerforms SAP transactions for receipts and items issues in/out.\r\nWorks with supporting departments on investigating any inventory/receipts discrepancies.\r\nMaintains effective communications levels and fosters team building in and outside the department.\r\nPractices good housekeeping and in accordance with all safety procedures.\r\nAble to act as courier.\r\nAble to use hand tools such as nail guns, air hose, etc.\r\nSupports 5S program.\r\nPerforms other assignments as required, including assisting in Production and other departments when necessary.\r\nOther duties as assigned.\r\nJob description subject to change at any time.\r\nReporting RelationshipsThis position reports the Supervisor, Traffic/Material Handling.\r\nTravelNo travel requirements.\r\nIf hired during plant start up, you will be expected to travel to other First Solar locations for training.\r\nEstimated Salary Range$18.00 - $21.63, Hourly\r\nUS Physical RequirementsWill sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.\r\nWill climb stairs on an occasional basis.\r\nWill lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.\r\nWill lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.\r\nWill push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.\r\nWill push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.\r\nRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.\r\n20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green is required.\r\nMay reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.\r\nMay stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.\r\nMust be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.\r\nAbility to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, cut resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection).\r\nAll associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).\r\nPowered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) Operation (i.e. Forklifts, Carts or vehicles with a motor, etc.)\r\nAny position with an essential function of PIV operation requires 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees.\r\nPotential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check band any other tests that may be required.\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 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