Material Handler I

Job Details: Job Location: Paola

• T137595
• Paola, KS, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: First Shift, JOB SUMMARY To operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, light bulldozers and backhoes, forklifts, tow motors, and other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for the moving of material, components, and equipment from location to location within the plant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, light bulldozers and backhoes, forklifts, tow motors, and other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for the moving of material, components, and equipment from location to location within the plant.
• Responsible for inspecting and securely placing hooks, straps, chains, clamps, chokes, cables, and other lifting apparatus prior to moving material, components, and/or equipment.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of material, products, and equipment.
• Report abnormal conditions of equipment to Foreman. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work in a safe and secure manner and comply with the safety rules and procedures.
• Assist in performing small repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Perform general laborer duties as required (i.e. grinding, loading and unloading of trucks and railcars, bricking furnace).
• Keep working area clean and perform housekeeping duties around the plant as required (i.e. pickup tools, roll-up hoses and cables, sweep).

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Capable of lifting 50 lbs. up to waist.
• Requires 9 months minimum of job related experience. WORKING ENVIRONMENT
• Exposure to normal shop noises of grinding, chipping, high pressure gas burners, and repair operations.
• Moderate physical exertion required.
• Exposure to inside and outside weather conditions.
• Exposure to dirty environment.
• High visual and mental attention required. EOE/Veterans/Disabled