Material Handler en Press-Seal Corporation

Description

About Press-Seal Corporation
Welcome to Press-Seal Corporation, a leader in innovative sealing solutions located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Since 1954, we’ve specialized in manufacturing high-quality gaskets for a variety of industries. Our commitment to trust, quality, and innovation is built by a dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference.

At Press-Seal, we value integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We offer a dynamic, supportive work environment that encourages personal growth, development, and collaboration. Join us to be part of a company that invests in your success and strives to set new standards of excellence in the industry.

Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable and motivated Material Handler to join our team. In this role, you will operate a forklift, pick orders for customer, and maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a normal work pace and work safely.
• Accurately record all work activity and communicate any issues incurred.
• Make good decisions when conditions warrant.
• Obtain all material and equipment required to perform the job.
• Complete an equipment inspection report for each piece of powered equipment to be used.
• Make sure the equipment is safe, then you may mount it for travel. If the equipment requires repair, use appropriate lock out tag out procedure and notify supervisor/maintenance. Have a maintenance work order filled out.
• Obtain schedules for incoming orders requiring completion for the day.
• Create inventory labels when appropriate and affix to pallet/case(s).

Use the following guidelines when determining daily assignment order:

• Feeding materials for production.
• Help with receiving when applicable
• Wrapping and loading items for the transfer trucks
• Placing extruded materials into the blue racks.
• Help ANY department with material moves.
• Keep up on overall department cleanliness and organization.
• OTHER WORK AS ASSIGNED BY YOUR SUPERVISOR.

FORKLIFT SAFETY GUIDELINES

Use the forklift travel safety guidelines:

• The operator will carry load close to the floor (4-6 inches) with mast tilted back.
• The operator will observe all traffic rules, right of way rules, warning signs, overhead clearance and floor load limits. Operator will sound his/her horn at cross aisles, exits, sharp/blind corners and pedestrian walkways. Operator will travel at a safe speed and LOOK IN THE DIRECTION OF TRAVEL. At no time will the operator be allowed to haul additional people on the equipment (1 person per piece of equipment).
• Always yield right of way to pedestrians. You have the right of way once you start to elevate the forks. Make sure forklift and product are clear of sprinkler pipes and other structures. While lifting, the mast is to be tilted back and the load should be lifted carefully and smoothly. When the forklift is not in operation, it should be parked in a designated area, fork lowered, controls neutralized and power shut off.

Use prescribed safe work methods and procedures.

• Bend knees when lifting and avoid lifting with your back. Keep cases and pallets close to the body when lifting or carrying. Avoid twisting or side to side movements when lifting or carrying (turn and step).
• When lifting, keep head/chin up to take more of the lift out of your back.

Report all accidents and injuries to your supervisor as soon as they occur.

We offer competitive pay and great benefits to support your career and life outside of work:

• PTO & Holidays: Up to 13 days PTO + 10 paid holidays per year
• Insurance Options: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life coverage
• HSA Contribution: $500 annually with a high-deductible health plan
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match (up to 4%)
• Quarterly Raises: Earn up to $1.00 more per year based on performance
• Attendance Bonus: Up to $2.00/hour extra for perfect monthly attendance

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Ability to drive a forklift
• Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused on tasks.
• Ability to work on your feet for 8-10 hours a day.
• Excellent attendance and a strong work ethic.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred