Materials Handler jobs in Olympia, WA

POSITION SUMMARY

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Mutual Materials is one of the leading manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of Hardscape and Masonry products and supply in the Pacific Northwest. Since 1900, Mutual has been supplying the materials that have built the Pacific Northwest from suburban neighborhoods to bustling downtowns and we are now building our team to position us for the next 100 years. We are looking for people who are excited about creating, selling, and helping move the products that build the communities that we work and live in. At Mutual, we strive to build diverse and inclusive teams, and provide ample opportunity for growth and development. Start your career now by applying today!

Position Description

Mutual Materials Company’s Lacey Plant manufactures concrete masonry products including, concrete pavers and retaining wall block.  Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, the Plant Operator/Mechanic position supports the manufacturing plant in all areas of production, machine operation, equipment trouble shooting and repair, maintenance programs, and operates equipment/forklift on a regular basis to assist in the handling of finished product, raw materials, and other machinery and parts as needed.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Assist other operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunction
• Review product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance assuring product meets quality requirements
• Performs routine machine maintenance
• Install, adjust, and repair production equipment as assigned
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts, and complete tasks as assigned
• Troubleshoot Electrical, Hydraulic, and Mechanical systems to determine repairs, as needed
• Observe mechanical devices and equipment and listen to sounds to determine proper functioning or identify causes of trouble
• Operate a forklift to move product, raw materials and other equipment/parts as needed
• Knowledge of all Safety Procedures and Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures for all machines/equipment
• Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion throughout the plant
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required in this job.

• Experience in concrete manufacturing or operating paver machine equipment highly preferred, or with a minimum of 5 years of general manufacturing experience required
• Min High school diploma or GED equivalent; at least 5 years of related experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals
• Must be proficient in SMAW and MIG welding, with knowledge of the use of oxy/acetylene torch and plasma cutter usage
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and operations manuals and follow step by step instructions
• Mechanical aptitude and ability are essential
• Forklift Certification preferred
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently as well successfully collaborate with entire team
• Ability to add, subtract multiply and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Must encompass computer literacy
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments
• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule, and overtime
• Good regular attendance is an essential requirement of the job
• Knowledge of hydraulics, mechanics, electricity, or related field preferred

Physical Demands

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.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time, in a fast-paced environment
• Requires frequent climbing, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, and twisting
• Able to use tools and equipment to repair and provide maintenance while standing, crouching, stretching, and extending extremities in the work environment
• Must have the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The majority of the time working will be spent indoors in the plant; however duties will require being outdoors in all types of weather as needed
• Exposed to loud equipment noises from operations to alerts, dust, and seasonal temperature variance both indoors and outdoors

Benefits we offer to our Team Members

• Health Benefits – Mutual offers excellent coverage!
  • Medical/Prescription
  • Vision 
  • Dental 

• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available
• Paid Time Off – Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, and Vacation Time Accrual
  • Paid sick time accrual available after 90 days.
  • Paid vacation time accrual, 40 hours available at 6 months.
  • Paid Holidays – 10 scheduled holidays a year.
• Life Insurance – $60,000 policy at no cost to the employee
• Voluntary Benefits: Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – At no cost to the employee

*Hiring Bonus paid in two increments, upon reaching 3 and 6 months continuous employment.