Material Handler - Kit Puller

Material Handler - Kit Puller

Merritt Trailers, Inc. is family owned/operated and professionally managed. Merritt isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to contribute your talents and take pride in a job well done! With almost 70 years of representing the quality standard by which all livestock semi-trailers are judged, we know how to value each and every associate, empowering them to create and innovate solutions for our customers and community.

Benefits Package:
• 401(k) with company match
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus potential
• Seven paid holidays, and one floating holiday yearly
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account option
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary short term and long-term disability
• Vacation and sick time that begins accruing upon hire
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program- we want our employee to live healthy lifestyle and provide an annual health fair screening
• Access to our Annual Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Access to our Bi-Annual Prescription Safety Glasses Program

The hiring range for this position is $20.00 to $23.00. Dependent on experience.

Material Movement  

1. Effectively identifies raw materials and bin locations
2. Rotates material appropriately to ensure oldest material utilization first 5
3. Reliably meets deadlines.

Accuracy 

1. Correctly identifies material on pull list and material movement forms
2. Accurately fills out requisitions and Material Movement Forms (MMF’s) and distributes items to production employees or assembly line.

Safety 

1. Uses appropriate safety equipment
2. Maintains clean work areas and removes unsafe items from work areas
3. Safely and efficiently operates forklift, overhead crane, and material cart to transport materials/item

Competency 

1. Has a clear understanding of the position
2. Demonstrates proficiency in the common and technical knowledge areas required for the position
3. Reads production schedules and determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
4. Exhibits strong judgement and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities:

• Read production schedules or work orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• Move materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or other designated areas.
• Sort and place materials on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
• Fill requisitions and Material Movement Forms (MMF’s) and distribute items to production workers or assembly line as needed.
• Record quantities of materials/items received or distributed.
• Maintain inventory and MMF records.
• Place all Branch orders on pallets for conveyance to Service Department.
• Label materials with identifying information as needed.
• Open bales, crates, and other containers as needed.
• Weigh and/or count materials/items for distribution within the facility to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Distribute and arrange stock parts in specified sequence for assembly by factory associates.
• Enter necessary records into proper computer system.
• Drive warehouse vehicles to transport materials/items from the warehouse to the factory.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Provide a great deal of attention to detail.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Lift raw materials up to 51 pounds.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills for this Position:

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and work orders.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costs to maximize effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of safety standards and willingness to use personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc.).
• Deftness and attention to detail.
• Activities require full range of body motion –handling and lifting materials.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be reliable, with a strong work ethic and desire to contribute to a team.
• Willing to work 40 hours weekly.

Requirements:

• Position requires standing, bending, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, climbing stairs, and lifting throughout shift.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Random drug testing required after employment.

Merritt Trailers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employee. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Salary : $20 - $23