What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Perrigo Michigan?
Material Handler/Hilo Driver
Perrigo is dedicated to making lives better by bringing Quality, Affordable Self-care products.
Description Overview
We are hiring for Distribution positions that involve driving Powered Industrial Equipment. Shifts vary but will be one of the following: 2nd or 3rd. Perrigo offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package.
Scope of the Role
- Reporting to the Distribution Supervisor, responsibilities include receiving incoming product, picking customer orders, and loading trucks for shipment to customers.
- Duties consist of driving Powered Industrial Equipment and considerable physical activity, including repetitive bending, lifting, and twisting.
Experience Required
- A High School diploma (or G.E.D.) is required, along with an excellent attendance record and work history.
- A valid driver's license or minimum 1 year of motorized Forklift or Hilo driving experience is necessary.
- Candidates must have the ability to work 40 hours per week with availability for overtime when necessary.
- Must be able to complete core skills within 1 month or 30 days.
- Basic computer skills, point & click, ability to navigate through computer-based training systems, basic math and reading/comprehension skills are required.
- Understands and values safety, teamwork, the importance of quality, and attention to detail in work.
- Ability to follow direction and Perrigo's standard operating procedures is essential.
- The operator must be able to stand for the length of their shift, with breaks every 2 hours.
- Must be able to see, hear, and understand signs, labels, and instructions.
Consistently/Frequently - stand, walk, lift 60 lbs., pulling and pushing 60 lbs., stoop/bend, squat, twisting, reach, grasp, move items/boxes, feel with hands/fingers.
Rarely - Climb stairs
Consistently/Frequently - exposure to loud noises/machinery
Consistently/Frequently - see (vision), hear, ability to read and write, ability to interpret information, basic to intermediate math skills.
We are seeking a diverse applicant pool to ensure the diversity of our team reflects the end consumers we serve through our self-care mission.
Perrigo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates our team's differences.
Individuals of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
