1st Shift, Material Handling Technician

Summary

NOW HIRING!! Material Handling Technician at Western Window Systems - South Phoenix Plant! We are a company with a coast-to-coast presence. We offer cross training and opportunities for career growth. We encourage our team members to take on new roles, advance their careers and offer tuition reimbursement. Team member health and safety are one of our top priorities. Western has enhanced safety protocols in place to promote a healthy work environment.  Hourly compensation starts at $19.00 per hour. Monday through Friday, 5 AM scheduled start. 

What You'll Do

• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or productionareas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers, by hand or otherequipment.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• Stack cargo in locations such as transit sheds or in holds of trucks asdirected, using pallets or cargo boards.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifyinginformation.
•  Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets orwork tickets.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine workassignments or material or equipment needs.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to preventshifting or damage to items being transported.
• Follow a range of mandatory procedures and methods of work (includinguse of personal protection equipment where relevant) to safeguard theenvironment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.
•  Able to identify incoming quality issues and notify correct parties forresolution.
• Able to perform accurate system transactions with a hand-held scanner orat computer terminal with a 100% accuracy.
• Able to read and interpret extrusion labels.
• Able to identify extrusions, glass and other materials that are in theirassigned areas.
• Safely loads and unloads extrusion racks with an overhead crane andperforms necessary system transactions accurately.
• Effective time management skills and ability to work with minimal supervision to complete tasks.
• Uses clear and effective written and verbal communications skills to expressideas, request actions and formulate plans or policies.
• Works to achieve full compliance with applicable rules and regulations inmanagement and/or operations.
• Works to optimize the utilization of production plant, equipment andmaterials applying knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in area ofexpertise.
• Works to ensure that all production operations generate high-quality results.

Who You Are

• High School diploma or GED
• Certified forklift operator preferred
• Material handling and/or Warehouse experience preferred

Who We Are

Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse/dependents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company.

 

• Three comprehensive Medical plan options
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off (PTO), including Vacation, Personal, and paid Holidays
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Teladoc
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Wellness Clinic

MITER Brands, also known as MI Windows and Doors, Milgard and PGT are an equal-opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category. 

Salary : $19