Material Handler I

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The Lighthouse for The Blind in New Orleans

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

New Orleans, Louisiana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Material Handler I manages the flow of raw materials and finished goods within the warehouse while ensuring accurate inventory movement. They are also responsible for inspecting products for defects, operating equipment, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or GED and experience operating a pallet jack. You are able to perform physical duties including standing for long periods, performing repetitious work, and maneuvering up to 500 lbs. continually.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Pallet jack operation

ISO Quality System

Job Description

Description

Job Summary: The Material Handler I is responsible for the flow of raw materials in Lighthouse Louisiana’s Production warehouses.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Material Handler I will be responsible for the following core job duties:

  1. Ensure the flow of raw materials into, and finished products out of, their assigned department.
  2. Inspect products to identify and report possible defects.
  3. Operate material moving equipment as required.
  4. Palletize and label finished product as assigned.
  5. Shrink wrap finished goods as assigned.
  6. Maintain the required output levels as specified by the department supervisor.
  7. Adhere to the Lighthouse safety plan by utilizing safe workplace practices and immediately report all injuries, accidents, near misses, emergencies, and safety hazards to the appropriate Lighthouse official.
  8. Work and coordinate within the product flow of the department and coordinate all activities with the supervisor.
  9. Conduct all business in a positive, relationship-building manner at all times.
  10. Perform all duties in compliance with Lighthouse’s ISO Quality System procedures. 
  11. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: High school or GED preferred.

2. Special Knowledge: Organizational skills; ability to multi-task.

3. Experience: Pallet jack operation heavily preferred.

4. Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

5. Physical: Able to perform duties as required by department and function, able to stand for long periods and perform repetitious work; ability to maneuver 500 lbs. continually throughout the day. Able to travel throughout the facility to safely and effectively manage all work responsibilities, breaks, and emergency evacuations, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Able to manage all self-care needs, and activities of daily living as required to support successful employment, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

6. Personality: Dependable, motivated, organized, detail-oriented, people-oriented; ability to work well in a team environment.

7. Working Conditions: Inside and outside, warehouse.

8. Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours, overtime as needed/ Non-Exempt.

9. Background Check and Drug Testing Required: Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results.

This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. The incumbent in this position will perform such other tasks as may be required for the effective operation of the Division/Department upon request by his/her supervisor. 

Accomplishments in these areas of responsibility will be the basis of the employee’s evaluation, continuation of employment and change in compensation.

At Lighthouse Louisiana, we are committed to the principles of equal employment. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. We are dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment including, but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay (and other compensation), termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. In addition, we take affirmative actions to recruit, hire, promote and retain veterans. 

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The Lighthouse for The Blind in New Orleans

We help people get jobs, regain their independence, and challenge expectations of the capabilities of people with disabilities. Even as a century-old nonprofit, we're constantly evolving to better serve our community. Our manufacturing department employs blind, sighted, and low-vision individuals to produce items like paper cups, mess trays, and paper plates. The sale of these items supports our services, which are free to the consumer. Many of the items we produce are sold to the United States Government, and are used by US troops around the world. Locally, the Lighthouse helps youth and adults make the most of their remaining vision; find a job; build computer skills; use tools to manage their daily lives; and build a network of support for increased quality of life. We also provide professional American Sign Language interpreting and connect people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing with equipment and resources.
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