1st shift Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Job Description

ABR is recruiting for a Material Handler/Forklift Driver on 1st shift for a great company in Wausau, WI. Fantastic hours are Monday – Friday, 7am – 3pm. Wage is $17.50 per hour. This is a try-before-hire opportunity.
The Material Handler/Forklift Driver  is responsible for pulling raw materials and WIP (work-in-process) to supply various departments for production, as directed by the production supervisors and Transportation Manager. This position will receive and put away incoming truck shipments and assist in other areas of shipping and receiving as workload dictates.
Material Handler/Forklift Driver Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow all Company safety policies and safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow all Company policies, rules, and regulations.
• Act as a professional representative of the company at all times.
• Operate a powered industrial truck safely and efficiently.
• Keep equipment supplied with raw materials.
• Scan and store items according to established location scanning procedures.
• Inspect materials for defects
• Move inventory to various locations using forklift, pallet jack or hand cart.
• Enter data into Company-specific computer system, APEX.
• Maintain computerized inventory records, take physical count periodically and check against inventory control totals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively between shift hand-offs and various departments.
• Continually demonstrate a productive and non-disruptive work ethic communicating with management regarding employee relations issues and safety concerns.
• Work in such a way to create a high-quality output with a continuing desire to learn new things and improve the efficiency of work processes.
• Maintain Company equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly manner and notify management of any damage to equipment, product, or other Company property.

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in material handling, shipping, receiving or related field.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with inventory control processes.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment required.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn Company-specific systems.
• Excellent communication skills, including written and interpersonal.

• Ability to ask for help when needed, and willingness to learn.
• Must be self-directed and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, manuals and schedules.
• Ability to calculate basic math figures, such as addition, subtraction, division.
• Good organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Confidence and professionalism in representing the Company.
• Willingness to be a team player.
• Ability to operate hand tools and mechanical equipment