at G&W Electric Company in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.
Material Handler II
Essential Functions:
Verify order number, quantities, and serial numbers for orders brought to the shipping dock.
Measure and weigh crates and pallets for outbound orders.
Process orders in G&W business system.
Safely load trucks with a sit-down forklift
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of material handler tasks as needed
Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation
Document actions by completing production and quality forms as needed
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must be able to safely use pallet jacks and forklifts
Must have intermediate-level computer skills
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others to support the manufacturing processes
Must be able to provide proof of previous forklift certification. Must be able to demonstrate core competence, operation, and safe working knowledge of a sit-down PIT (Power Industrial Truck).
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
Education/Experience:
High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development required
1-3 years' experience working in a manufacturing environment desirable
Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience desirable
3-5 years PIT (Power Industrial Truck) or Forklift
Physical Demands: (The work is classified as Medium - Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles) Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)
Lifting Demands
Lift up to 75 lbs on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance
Lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis floor to waist
Carry up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
Push/Pull up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis
Push/Pull 51-100 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance
Postural Demands
Sitting - occasional
Standing - frequent
Walking - frequent
Bending/stooping - occasional
Squatting/kneeling - occasional
Lifting - continuous
Miscellaneous Demands
Griping, manipulation, fingering - frequent to continuous
Variable hand/power tool use - occasional
Two-person lifting tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, stackers, etc
Customer Satisfaction/Safety/Quality/Environmental:
Our goal is to provide a world-class service to our customers by delivering defect-free products on time to both our internal and external customers Your comments and suggestions are an integral part of our success
Responsible for ensuring that quality systems function effectively and products meet customer requirements
Responsible for following safety and environmental rules and regulations
Responsible for ownership of his/her own safety and that of their coworkers
Responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
Making certain potential hazards are identified and corrected in a timely manner
Responsible and empowered to make the decisions and take the necessary actions that are required to fulfill the quality policy
Responsible for the quality of his/her work
Conform to G&W's Environmental Management System (EMS) and comply with applicable regulatory requirements
Contribute to continual improvement of activities, products and services that will help prevent pollution, reduce waste and protect our environment
Why join us? G&W enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work... For full info follow application link.
"G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor"
