Material Handler - 1st Shift

Position Summary: The Material Handler is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, staging, and supplying materials used in the plastics production area of a reel manufacturing facility. This position spends approximately 75 percent of the time operating a forklift and 25 percent performing material-handling tasks on foot. The role supports daily production by ensuring machines have the correct raw materials, finished goods are transported properly, and inventory remains accurate and organized. Responsibilities: • Operate a forklift for the majority of the shift to move raw materials, finished plastic components, and packaging supplies. • Supply Plastic production lines with necessary materials. • Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other approved equipment. • Transfer finished plastic components (flanges, spacers, cores, etc.) to designated storage or staging areas. • Conduct floor-level material handling, inspections, labeling, and housekeeping tasks. • Maintain accurate counts while pulling, issuing, or returning materials to inventory. • Perform daily checks on material levels and notify leadership when stock is low. • Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as required. • Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and handled according to safety and quality standards. • Remove scrap and waste materials from production lines and dispose of them in the appropriate containers. • Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards. • Follow all facility safety protocols, including PPE requirements, forklift safety, and lockout/tagout where applicable. • Communicate with supervisors, machine operators, and other departments to support production flow. • Perform other duties as assigned to support the plastics department and overall operations.