Material Handler
Job Purpose:
In this role you are responsible for the distribution and prioritising of all materials required for production to ensure manufacturing are able to maintain efficient and effective production.
Key Areas of Responsibility, Duties and Deliverables Expected:
Responsibilities:
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Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and finished goods.
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Maintain 100% stock accuracy.
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Use stock accuracy to escalate low and zero stock levels.
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Deal with inbound vehicles following the correct company procedure.
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Load distribution vehicles in a safe, presentable manner and highlight all errors and damages prior to completion.
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Receipt inbound internal stock accurately using systems provided.
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Move materials to and from drop zones and racking.
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Operate trucks, forklifts and other equipment to move stock.
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Issue parts to production maintaining FIFO.
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Maintain a high level of care and accuracy with pick operations.
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Put away stock and book onto the system provided.
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Identify, weigh and label any returned stock from manufacturing. Book the stock into the correct warehouse and store in the designated category racking.
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Carry out stock checks to validate the system.
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Maintain high standards of warehouse housekeeping.
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Maintain high levels of Health and Safety awareness and report any areas of concern to the Manager immediately.
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Keep stock locations tidy and accessible so that stock can be retrieved and counted easily.
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Ensure all marked gangways are kept clear at all times.
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Ensure forklift trucks are checked daily, recorded on relevant sheets and any issues are reported to the Manager.
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Put improvement suggestions forward where appropriate.
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Assist in other areas of the stores when time allows.
General Responsibilities & Duties
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Adhere to company quality awareness.
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Meeting Health and Safety standards, supporting others to do the same.
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Assist other areas of the business when required to carry out the same or similar tasks.
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Any other reasonable duties required.
Personal Attributes:
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Pays attention to detail.
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Ability to follow instructions.
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Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
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Team player with the ability to coordinate with fellow workers.
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Conscientious and flexible.
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Remains calm under pressure.
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Numerical and focused on accuracy.
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Excellent communication skills.
Required Education, Skills, Training and Experience:
Skills
Essential:
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FLT Counterbalance and Reach Licence.
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Numerical and focused on accuracy.
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Excellent communication skills.
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Ability to follow instructions.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
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Good attention to detail.
Experience
Essential:
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Experience operating forklifts and warehouse equipment.
Other Requirements
Essential:
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Physically fit.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Core Values
We pride ourselves on our attitude & culture. It is essential that our Core Values are met irrespective of the job role.
TRUST
Belief and confidence in the reliability of what we do and how we behave.
OPENNESS
Acting with sincerity and transparency.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Taking ownership of our actions and behaviours and delivering our objectives.
RESPECT
Positive behaviours and actions towards others for their abilities, qualities and achievements.
ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
Applying an enterprising mindset to create new opportunities for change, growth for personal and/or business success.
AGILITY
Operating with a rapid and continuous approach to grow our business and our competitive advantage.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
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Set a good example of safe behaviour, particularly to new entrants and young persons.
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Work in a safe manner and observe site Health and Safety rules and procedures.
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Do not misuse or interfere with anything provided to ensure the Health and Safety of themselves and others.
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Correctly use the protective clothing and equipment provided.
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Report any safety concerns promptly to their Supervisor and take action to prevent injury if it is safe to do so.
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Report all injuries that occur at work and obtain the necessary first aid treatment.
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Help in the investigation of accidents to prevent recurrence.
Additional Information
This job description reflects the general nature and level of work assigned to the role. It does not restrict management's right to reassign duties, responsibilities or location at any time based on business needs if the work is similar, related or a logical reassignment for the position. The company will, where possible, take into account your personal circumstances.
Equal Opportunities
WHS Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in an environment free from all forms of discrimination. We recruit, employ, retain, promote, discipline, terminate and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants based on qualifications, performance and competence. All employees and applicants will be treated in line with current legislation and will not discriminate against any of the protected characteristics.
If you feel you're the right fit for this position, please click ‘Apply’ to join our team!
Please note: We operate an exclusive recruitment partnership with Owen Daniels and therefore kindly request no agency contact.
For any recruitment-related enquiries, please contact Owen Daniels directly.
