Material Handler - Sweeteners (ALL SHIFTS) in Indianapolis, Indiana at Heartland F P G

Scope:

The Material Handler locates materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders. They are responsible for keeping the machine fed with materials and removing empty containers in order to resupply.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Remove materials and products from machines and equipment, and place them in boxes, trucks or conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
• Push dual control buttons and move controls in order to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
• Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.
• Load materials and products into machines and equipment, or onto conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
• Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
• Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Fasten, package, or stack materials and products, using hand tools and fastening equipment.
• Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
• Add chemicals, solutions, or ingredients to machines or equipment as required by the manufacturing process.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have ability to understand oral and written instructions in English
• Must work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing to learn and have attention to detail
• Must have the ability to work extended hours while standing
• Must have good job performance and attendance records

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Must possess visual acuity to document company records and complete visual quality checks
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• May be subject to seasonal temperature extremes

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