Material Handler in Reading, Pennsylvania at Yuasa Battery Inc

The material handler is responsible for working independently to deliver and remove materials/product to the finishing/ boosting lines. This is a 3rd shift opportunity.

• Prepares work area for the shift.
• Uses bill of materials and process operation sheets to determine materials needed for each production run.
• Notifies Finishing/Warehouse Supervisor or Leader for any Material Handling issues.
• Moves material to and from the manufacturing area.
• Loads and unloads trailers.
• May pick orders when necessary.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Operates appropriate powered industrial vehicle to perform tasks.
• Must be able to learn mechanical operations within the department.
• Must maintain a pace to complete production requirements.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other reporting and duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Able to maintain an adequate pace to complete production requirements.
• Must be able to read bill of materials and process operation sheets.
• Must be forklift certified.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to work the assigned schedule and work in a self-directed work group.
• Must be able to perform basic math operations.
• Should have good eye and hand coordination.
• Must be quality conscious.
• Must follow the environmental program and all safety rules.
• Must be consistently at work and on time.
• Must be able to work overtime on short notice.
• Able to work in a changing environment; must be able to promote suggestions to assist in the creation of an efficient workflow.
• Accountability for performance.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months experience working in manufacturing and/or distribution/warehouse

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of lifting up to 50#.
• Must be able to stand and walk constantly during the shift
• Must be able to wear Arc Flash rubber gloves constantly during the shift
• Ability to work at elevated heights