Material Handler (Knight Wall Systems)

Knight Wall Systems (KWS) is a family owned business operating in Deer Park, Washington. The company promotes, manufactures, and sells patented, thermally isolated rain screen cladding attachment systems throughout the US and Canada, that are used in the rapidly growing Building Envelope segment of commercial, industrial and residential construction. To learn more, visit www.knightwallsystems.com.

Material Handler

Under the direction of the Production Manager, a Material Handler uses industrial equipment, such as a Forklift, Overhead Crane, Hand Dolly, along with hand tools to support the production and shipping departments. They are required to inspect materials and equipment while adhering to all safety and manufacturing standards. The job requires an organized individual that works well independently and with others. In addition, he or she must perform the job duties and responsibilities listed below while maintaining a positive working relationship with coworkers and customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.

• Follow Safety Program rules and processes.
• Perform Forklift safety inspections.
• Operate Forklift.
• Operate power tools.
• Build crates.
• Perform receiving procedures of Unloading, Inspecting Materials, Counting, and Data Entry.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies.
• Organize and maintain inventory.
• Perform inventory Cycle Counts.
• Perform shipping procedures by accurately counting, handling, and packaging customer orders.
• Stock production areas with materials.
• Loading trucks with outgoing freight.
• Aid production with machine setups.
• Enter data into the computer system.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• 2 years' experience operating a Forklift REQUIRED.
• High School or equivalent diploma.
• Very strong math skills.
• Strong computer skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this classification.

• Prolonged periods of standing, and handling materials.
• Frequent walking, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting up to 8+ hours per day.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 15 lbs. constantly (67-100% of time); up to 75 lbs. frequently (34-66% of time).
• Ability to communicate (read, write, speak) constantly (67-100% of time).
• Handling and manipulating objects and materials.
• Coordinating the movements of eyes, hands, and fingers.
• See with or without correction; hear with or without correction.

JOB AND COMPANY BENEFITS

• Employer paid benefit package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term disability, and Life insurance).
• Voluntary health plans (Flexible Spending Account, Long-term Disability and Life).
• 401(k) with Employer match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays and sick leave.
• Stable, family owned and operated business that focuses on the value of our employees.