Summary
The Material Handler will process materials such as cans, PET bottles and glass bottles to prepare for shipment and further recycling. The Material Handler will operating machinery to sort, count or empty containers, process and record container counts, and meet established productivity standards.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Adhere to all OSHA Safety Standards and OBRC policies
- Safely operate plant equipment as assigned, such as counters, balers, conveyors, weigh scales, pallet jacks, lift tables, crushers, and more minimal use of forklift (after training)
- Operate a variety of machines designed to sort, count, or move empty beverage containers for the purpose of recycling
- Load and unload trailers
- Prepare material for shipment by sorting, stacking, wrapping shells and pallets, and weighing and tagging bales of aluminum, PET, cardboard and film
- Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records
- Perform the work required in a timely manner and maintain adequate production in order to meet demand
- Perform daily housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and orderly facility
- Assist other Material Handlers and Forklift Operators as needed in all areas of the plant
- Other job duties as assigned
Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or GED preferred, not required: or any equivalent combination of training, experience and education that demonstrates the ability to perform key responsibilities of this position
- Experience in a warehouse or industrial environment is preferred but not required
Requirements – Skills, Job Knowledge & Abilities
- Speak, read, and write the English language sufficiently to perform the job
- Able to perform basic math, such as add and subtract
- High degree of attention regarding safety requirements to prevent injury to self and others
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Time Management: Prioritize duties in order of importance
- Communication: Work together to get the job done right the first time
- Reliability: Transportation to and from work
- Able to work variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights requiring extra hours, weekends and holidays due to varying volumes. Plus, on occasion hour cutbacks in the slow season (typically January and February)
Supervisory Responsibility
Travel