Material Handler (Sterling Heights, MI, US, 48312)

Weatherside Llc

Experience: 0+ yrs
Location: Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Assembly
fast paced environment

About the role

We Make Doors – Where they lead is up to you…

THE ROLE

Under direct supervision, the Material Handler 1 Entry Level position(s) is responsible for  performing the physical tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distribution of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment that assist in the manufacturing and assembly of JELD-WEN products including, but not limited to, Windows, Exterior Doors, Interior Doors, Patio Doors, and all other JELD-WEN related building products.  

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

This position unpacks and checks goods received against purchase orders and invoices

Maintains records of received goods (rejecting unsatisfactory items where necessary) and shipped goods

Pulls and fills orders, lifts light and heavy items from receiving, shipping and other appropriate areas of the facility

This position will also move materials, including scrap materials and equipment within the facility to the various assembly, production and disposal areas using powered industrial equipment

This position may also assist in the assembly of the product itself; Labels finished products to match appropriate paperwork prior to shipment

Assists the Material Handler II and III positions and other personnel as directed by management to achieve the goals and objectives of JELD-WEN as written above

Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations per plant policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of safety glasses, ear plugs, masks, steel toed boots/shoes,  and associated safety equipment in order to be on the plant floor and assemble the product, and perform the job duties in a safe and efficient/effective manner

Reports unsafe conditions to appropriate supervision

Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

The ability to read and interpret scales and units of measurement

Must possess basic computer knowledge

The ability to read a tape measure accurately

The ability to multiply, divide, add and subtract

The ability to use hand and power tools and powered industrial equipment to move items throughout the facility

The ability to prepare and maintain records of merchandise received and shipped

May move or notify material handler II and III positions when a pallet or product is ready to be moved into production or inventory

The ability to perform Entry Level, repetitive type functions associated with handling the JELD-WEN product line

Must have the ability to read and comprehend basic verbal and written instructions

Must be willing to accept and receive frequent training and supervision and assistance from more senior and experienced Material Handlers with regard to process

The ability and motivation to learn

The ability to work in a manufacturing and fast paced environment

Very energetic and enthusiastic

Reliable transportation, punctual and dependable

Responsible attitude

Team player

Results driven

Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’.

What we offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.

JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

About Weatherside Llc

Manufactures and distributes residential doors and windows globally.

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