Materials Handler jobs in Bellingham, WA

compensation: $20-24/hour. Starting Wage DOE!!

employment type: Full-Time

job title: Parts Prepper / Material Handler

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Summary
This position is responsible for general labor support and parts prepping along with materials handling for sandblasting and powder coating orders per specification. Applicants must be reliable and self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions
1. Ability to pass a respirator fit test
2. Operate forklift to move equipment and parts throughout yard and shop
3. Maneuver, load, unload orders using a forklift, team lift, or individual lift
4. Turn on valves on equipment to operate equipment
5. Read and review work orders to ensure proper processing steps
6. Tracks and records work order information in computer
7. Prep products for powder coating (wash/pre-treat, masking, sand, hanging/rack, push loaded carts in and out of booths/ovens)
8. Handling and moving objects (using hands and arms in handling, positioning and moving materials and products)
9. Mask, with tape and other materials, specified areas of objects/items
10. Inspect parts for damage, correct quantity, and object accuracy
11. Examine finished parts to ensure conformance to specifications and document work order appropriately
12. Un-rack/un-hang parts for packaging, package/wrap completed orders

Competencies
1. Ability to pass a respirator fit test
2. Ability to read, write, and speak in the English language
3. Ability to lift 50 pounds & push carts up to 40 pounds
4. Ability to wear gloves and safety glasses
5. Teachable; able to follow instructions
6. Mechanical aptitude
7. Technical Capacity
8. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
9. Attention to detail
10. Thoroughness
11. Collaboration Skills
12. Communication Proficiency
13. Flexibility
14. Ability to follow written and oral instructions
15. Hardworking, trustworthy, humble, Team Player
16. Follows safety guidelines
17. Strong ability to use small tools and powered hand tools

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
This job operates in a shop environment. This role routinely uses compressed air and washing/pre-treating equipment, powered hand tools, forklifts, respirators, required PPE. Exposure to the elements including varied temperatures and humidity.

Physical Demands
This is a physical role. This requires regularly lifting, bending, reaching, kneeling, and standing for long periods. Must be able to stand for 8-12 hours a day.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 6:00am – 4:30pm. Over-time hours and some weekend days as necessary.

Travel
No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience
1. General education
2. 1 year laborer experience

Preferred Education and Experience
1. 2 years parts prepping and materials handling experience
2. General education
3. 1 year forklift experience

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Mount Vernon, WA 98273: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person