Job Title: Materials Handling Technician (Warehouse/Forklift Drivers)
OC Business Title/Department: Materials Handling Technician / Warehouse
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Shifts: Days/Nights
Days/Hours: 12 hour, non-rotating
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Materials Handling Technician works as a team member and performs any duty related to load, unload, and transport finished goods and in-process products to and from warehouse and Production line. Unloads, receives, transports and stores materials, verifies shipments against orders, operates recording equipment, utilizes SAP, provides lift truck support throughout the plant supplies and equipment in receiving sections, storeroom or warehouse locations as directed. Prepares truckloads of finished goods for shipment. Takes inventory of Raw materials as well as Finished Goods. Performs general housekeeping and participates in downtime cleaning activities, etc. At the same time, will be trained and required to assist other plants areas when is needed.
Reports to: The Materials Handling Technician is an hourly position reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure that department and Owens Corning safety rules are being communicated and followed, including PPE usage and loading practices. Know plant EPA goals or requirements and insures goals are met on a daily basis. Maintain a general housekeeping schedule in accordance with plant standard 5S protocol with responsibilities to ensure cleaning throughout the shift; maintain a safe work environment Read, understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures [SOPs] Responsible/accountable for the safe operation of a forklift for the purposes of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and inventorying of material Complete a forklift inspection at the beginning of each shift and turn in paperwork to warehouse office Receive all shuttles that come from the outside warehouse and store in the precursor, wet chop, or Slitter area Move all material to the HOLD/REWORK area as needed and place all material needing to be re-wrapped in the WRAP area Unload any returns that come back to the plant and ensure Warehouse or Team Lead receives paperwork Inspect trailers and complete trailer inspection sheets for every load Clean and sweep trailers as needed to ensure product is not damaged when loaded for shipping or in transit Cycle count all finished goods and WIP Consolidate like material as needed Check Warehouse equipment is properly charged and ready to be used each day. Use SAP as needed Responsible for loading/unloading shipments safely Responsible for pulling/preparing customer orders with 100% accuracy for quantity and type of product Performs picking duties in an efficient and safe manner that meets or exceeds customer service standards Minimize process downtime Participate on continuous improvement work groups Support trials Use general tools (not requiring specialized training) as needed to perform the job Help identify process problems and seek solutions Maintain effective communication Maintain logs as required Assist in resolving supplier and customer complaints by providing relevant information Participate in shift huddles and meetings as required Other activities as may be assigned in order to maintain production requirements of the department or plant. Work assignments will be made at the discretion of management.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required Must be 18 years or older Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US
EXPERIENCE:
Previous Warehouse experience preferred Minimum of two (2) years related experience and/or training in an industrial/manufacturing environment preferred Experience operating powered industrial equipment such as forklift, Bobcat, overhead cranes, and hoists highly preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
The employee should hold the following abilities:
Must be able to read, write, and speak English Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions Champion of Wellness, Six Sigma, TPM, and 5S practices Willingness to support training and cross-functional efforts Knowledge of MS Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) Knowledge of SAP preferred Must have the ability to train and coach others Must have strong process acumen and high mechanical aptitude Must be able to secure and maintain job related qualifications and certifications as required by the nature of this position Possess strong communication and organizational skills Ability to multi-task Strong internal and external customer service skills Work well in team environment and work independently as needed Basic mathematical calculations and measurements Must maintain schedule flexibility to ensure smooth production Pass drug screen prior to employment Acceptable background check Pass pre-employment physical Pass Work Keys assessment NCRC+
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
BENEFITS
Owens Corning employees take pride in delivering a material difference. We offer a total compensation opportunity that not only rewards extraordinary employees, but helps them to drive impact with our customers, and the world around them. Owens Corning provides a range of competitive benefit options, allowing you to choose based on your individual needs.
Insurance coverages that start day of hire. 401K employer match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Healthy Living Incentives Hourly Incentive Plans Competitive vacation plan 11 paid holidays per year Employee Scholarship EAP and Work/Life ServicesAbout Owens Corning
Masonite is now proudly part of Owens Corning. Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.