1st Shift, Material Handling Technician

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 production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers, by hand or other equipment.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• Stack cargo in locations such as transit sheds or in holds of trucks as directed, using pallets or cargo boards.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Follow a range of mandatory procedures and methods of work (including use of personal protection equipment where relevant) to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.
• Able to identify incoming quality issues and notify correct parties for resolution.
• Able to perform accurate system transactions with a hand-held scanner or at computer terminal with a 100% accuracy.
• Able to read and interpret extrusion labels.
• Able to identify extrusions, glass and other materials that are in their assigned areas.
• Safely loads and unloads extrusion racks with an overhead crane and performs 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 express ideas, request actions and formulate plans or policies.
• Works to achieve full compliance with applicable rules and regulations in management and/or operations.
• Works to optimize the utilization of production plant, equipment and materials applying knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in area of expertise.
• 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.