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Material Handling Technician
Location: Ronkonkoma, NY
Join our team at California Closets, where we design, manufacture, and install custom storage solutions with white-glove service. Our manufacturing team plays a vital role in delivering high-quality products to our clients.
Position Overview
We are seeking a versatile and skilled Material Handling Technician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in forklift operation and a desire to learn and work with state-of-the-art woodworking machinery. This role involves a mix of material handling, job preparation, and machine operation to ensure seamless project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Job Preparation:
- Use picklists and Bills of Materials (BOM) to pull hardware and components from inventory.
- Prepare and organize all materials needed for each job to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Forklift Operation: Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and components; prior experience (2 years) is preferred.
- Machine Training and Operation:
- Train on and operate woodworking machinery, including a panel saw, edge bander, and point-to-point CNC machines.
- Start with panel saw training and progress to the edge bander and other equipment.
- Manufacturing Support: Assist with various manufacturing tasks as needed, ensuring the team meets production goals.
Qualifications
- 2 years of forklift operation experience (certification is a plus).
- Familiarity with woodworking tools or machinery; prior manufacturing or woodshop experience is a strong advantage.
- Comfortable learning new equipment and processes in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to interpret picklists and BOMs accurately.
- Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Opportunities for professional development and cross-training
- Comprehensive benefits package
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.50 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 35 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Ronkonkoma, NY 11779: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $24