Material Handler - 1st Shift

As a Material Handler, you will be inspecting, receiving, assembling, packing, loading, and securing both raw materials and finished products for inventory or shipment. You will ensure accurate and efficient material movement while supporting production requirements and delivery of products to customers. Under the guidance of the Manufacturing Supervisor, this position offers the opportunity to work in an environment where you will help ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, and smooth operational flow. This is a first shift opportunity, hours being 5:00 am to 1:30 pm.

You Will:

• Pick and pack products for shipment, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.

• Move materials among value streams and load/unload products from delivery trucks.

• Verify incoming deliveries against purchase orders, maintain inventory accuracy, and use scanning devices for tracking.

• Perform put-away processes, maintain bin locations, and create labels or move tickets as needed.

• Understand various shipping methods, including special packing for SAG accounts and export procedures.

• Maintain replenishment systems (Kanban) and follow docking plate and chocking procedures for safe loading operations.

• Complete industrial lift truck certifications (as needed) and operate forklifts in accordance with safety standards.

• Use the ERP system to guide daily tasks and remain proficient in computer programs relevant to shipping and receiving.

You Have:

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience

• 1+ years of experience in material handling or a similar role.

• Familiarity with products, crating, and material handling methods.

• 1+ year of forklift experience, with required certifications/licensing for powered industrial vehicles.

• Must be certified/licensed for powered industrial vehicles used in the department and meet all skills training required.

Before joining our team, you must successfully complete the following pre-employment screenings:

• Background Check: A comprehensive review of educational credentials, criminal records, and social security validation to ensure alignment with company standards and regulations.

• Drug Screen: Testing for controlled substances to maintain a safe and productive work environment.

• Physical Examination: Verification of physical fitness to perform job responsibilities safely.

Completion of these requirements is necessary for finalizing employment offers and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and stand for extended periods of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be comfortable with heights as this position requires picking product from high racks in the warehouse.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.