Material Handler

Description

 The Material Handling Specialist role is integral to manufacturing operations at Tangent Technologies. This position focuses on the safe, efficient movement and staging of materials within the facility using sit-down forklifts and completing precise secondary work on materials as needed.

Role and Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Materials Transportation: Operate sit-down forklifts to relocate finished goods and raw materials throughout the facility.
• Material Staging: Accountable for staging raw materials for Grinder and Pelletizer Operators, ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Label Creation: Generate and affix appropriate labels to designated materials and locations.
• Independent Work: Ability to complete tasks autonomously, requiring minimal supervision
• Miscellaneous Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Safety Compliance: Adherence to all safety guidelines to maintain a safe and secure work environment.
• Training: Participate in ongoing training and skill development programs. Actively contribute to continuous improvement 
• Reporting: Promptly report any operational inefficiencies or safety hazards to the supervisor.

Requirements

• Forklift: Minimum 1-2 years of sit-down forklift experience.
• Coordination: Ability to collaborate with team members to achieve department goals and ensure workflow efficiency.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of sustained employment in a manufacturing setting is highly preferred.

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Lifting Capacity: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. using correct lifting techniques.
• Heat Tolerance: Capable of working in high-heat conditions.
• Mobility: Role includes occasional stooping, kneeling, and crouching, in addition to continuous standing and movement within the facility.