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Material Handler

Dakota Bodies, LLC

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Watertown, SD
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Level:    Experienced
Job Location:    Dakota Bodies Watertown - Watertown, SD
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    None
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Travel Percentage:    None
Job Shift:    Any
Job Category:    Manufacturing

Description

Summary

The primary role for the Material Handler is moving material around the plant or work site with a forklift. In addition, this role may package, weigh, and load/unload material from machines and stage material in a timely and accurate manner. This position requires a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to perform the duties to the highest standard.

Please note that the Material Handler will be using a forklift for approx. 25%-30% of their day. The remaining portions of their day may consist of the following:

Responsibilities

  • Moves material around plant using a forklift
  • Ensures areas are supplied with parts
  • Moves and stages material as scheduled for optimum machine efficiency.
  • Provides machine support by emptying scrap and ensuring lines are cleared of finished product.
  • Locates material into finished goods as needed.
  • Tracks orders and tags.
  • Follows bill of material in order to match product with proper packaging and skidding.
  • May perform finishing duties.
  • Performs setup of valve and burn off operations.
  • Performs multiple tasks to ensure ongoing machine operation.
  • Performs miscellaneous tasks throughout plant to ensure safe, efficient and quality production of materials.
  • May perform housekeeping duties within the plant when necessary.
  • Responsible for delivery of goods
  • Maintenance and usage of company vehicle
  • Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience

  • Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 10 hrs. a day
  • Must have good hand-eye coordination
  • Mechanical aptitude a plus, but not required
  • Competent in basic math and computer skills
  • Can read a tape measure
  • Must be able to handle small parts
  • Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures
  • Ability to recognize quality issues and problems

 

Qualifications


  • Must be able to read, comprehend and follow detailed instructions on productions and understand English
  • Must be able to read and understand bill of material and or production order
  • Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes
  • Must be able to count and label parts accurately
  • Must follow all safety policies and procedures
  • Must have good safety awareness and efficiency skills
  • Oral and written communication skills – including legible writing
  • 0-6 months prior experience
  • Required OSHA safety training
  • Forklift and crane license
  • Must have valid driver’s license