Material Handler - 1st shift

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

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Scope

The Material Handler is an integral component of our distribution center team. This includes monitoring material needs, organizing, picking, and delivering materials, monitoring inventory levels, and submitting order requests. We are looking for an individual who has prior warehouse experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage logistics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the material needs of various areas through visual inspection, oral instructions, or work orders, pick materials from storage, and deliver items to the appropriate staging areas, using fork lifts, cranes, sit-down tow motors, and stand-up tow motors.
• Track inventory movements by scanning labels, including packing slips, and entering item information into Shop Floor Plus system.
• Load and unload freight and materials to or from loading docks or delivery vehicles, using fork lifts, sit-down tow motors, and stand-up tow motors.
• Check delivery quantities, sort materials, and store items according to the department’s storage system.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected and organized.
• Monitor inventory levels, submitting material order requests as needed.
• Prepare shipments, including counting or weighing parts to ensure correct quantities, organizing orders based on their shipping destination and priority, scanning and tracking orders, and communicating with delivery drivers to ensure accuracy.
• Check forklifts and other machinery for full charge and proper functioning.
• Construct boxes, using staple gun.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience as a Materials Handler
• Integrity - Reliability, Responsibility and Accountability.
• Ability to perform work in a safe manner, including operating heavy machinery
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform repeated physical tasks
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Prior experience in a warehouse, operating fork lifts, sit-down tow motors, and stand-up tow motors
• Skill in communication, coordination, and logistics
• Skill in operating a computer – experience in Shop Floor Plus and Infor ERP XA Power-Link preferred
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of basic math, algebra, fractions, measures, and weights.
• Must be a team player with strong communication skills.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits : Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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