Position Summary: The Material Handler is responsible for performing duties associated with operating mobile equipment, such as a powered industrial lifts, to ensure proper product is pulled, safely transported throughout the facility, and loaded on the correct transportation truck for a safe, efficient, and on-time delivery. This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Primary Accountabilities (Essential Duties)
- Performs required safety checks on mobile equipment prior to operation.
- Safe operation of mobile equipment when pulling, lifting, stacking, tiering, or moving products.
- Safely navigates mobile equipment throughout the facility transporting finished goods to finished goods location(s).
- Performs production reporting functions and any necessary movement information using MRP system.
- Receives inbound freight, raw material and finished goods. Transports goods to appropriate designated location(s).
- Removes, records, and/or weighs scrap from production, finished goods, or other facility areas and dumped into appropriate bins.
- Weighs freight, materials, or products and records weight on tags, labels, production schedules and enters into MRP system when required.
- Complete and turn in all daily required paperwork.
- Follows safety requirements for the facility, warehouse and specific position including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); follows environmental and hazardous waste disposal procedures
- Participates in process improvements, housekeeping and within assigned area and/or within the facility as required or allowed by management
Education / Experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience required to successfully complete the primary accountabilities is indicated below) Years of Experience: 1-2 Area: Forklift Experience Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Customer Focus Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Integrity and Trust Is widely trusted; is seen as direct, truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent himself/herself for personal gain. Perseverance Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish; seldom gives up before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks Comfort Around Higher Management Can deal comfortably with more senior managers; can present to more senior managers without undue tension and nervousness; understands how senior managers think and work; can determine the best way to get things done with them by talking their language and responding to their needs; can craft approaches likely to be seen as appropriate and positive. Informing Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or the organization; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions; is timely with information. Composure Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn't show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis. Patience Is tolerant with people and processes; listens and checks before acting; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting; waits for others to catch up before acting; sensitive to due process and proper pacing; follows established process. Time Management Use his/her time effectively and efficiently. Values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities. Education and/or Experience Less than high school education; or one month to three months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills/Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract and count in simple units of measurement (whole numbers). Ability to read basic English. Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and write simple lists. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations May be asked to have a Forklift License to facilitate loading. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. You must notify the company if such an accommodation is needed. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk for most of the 8 hour shift. Must have the ability to use hands to handle, grab, lift, pull or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Work Environment While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving forklifts and pallets. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside seasonal weather conditions when loading trucks. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection is encouraged. The employee must be able to work in the confined space of a semi trailer on a regular basis. We also require steel toed shoes and protective eyewear at all times in the plant. What we offer Health & Welfare
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
- Health care & dependent flexible spending plans
- Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options
- Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive compensation
- Bonus opportunities
- Generous 401(k) plan
Flexibility & Time Off
- Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.
- Hybrid & remote work opportunities available
Community & Personal Development
- Donation matching and time off to volunteer
- Educational reimbursement
About Us Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing. Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process. Disclaimer The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.