All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Material Handler
LOCATION: Hanover / Pennsylvania (US-PA), United States | BRAND: Sheppard | REQUISITION ID: 7588 | JOB GRADE: 07
| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site
Founded in 1937, R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. has a rich history of innovative design and American manufacturing excellence. Headquartered in Hanover, Pa., our dedicated team of over 700 employees supply components for the trucking and transportation industry worldwide. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC and a proud member of Knorr-Bremse.
Whatever your career path – whether it’s product innovation through engineering, working directly with our customers, manufacturing quality products or supporting our business in some other way, Sheppard – a Bendix CVS Company – delivers. Visit us online at www.rhsheppard.com/careers
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The primary responsibility of this position is to move skids and load pallets throughout the plant by operating electric floor walkers and hand-operated lift trucks. Incumbent will work under minimal supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Adhere to established safety procedures and 5 “ S ” standards (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain the cycle) required to perform daily duties in this position, including the proper techniques used in lifting/moving of parts
Responsible for moving both raw and finished goods throughout the plant assignment by operating either an electric or hand lift truck
Remove chips from machines and move chip carts to empty at assigned chip dock on a daily basis
Transport all production scrap and RV’s (Return to Vendor) to proper plant location
Provide all machine workstations with necessary coolants and naphtha to ensure smooth operation of the machines
Pull pans, clean coolant sumps, and pump coolants from machines by using sump suckers, as needed
Clean major spills, dispenses and disposes of floor dry, as necessary
Other duties as assigned; Incumbent is required to be very flexible in their daily
job assignments
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Action oriented: Demonstrates ability to take action and lead by example. Enthusiastically demonstrates sense of urgency.
Self-Motivated: Demonstrates ability to take initiative and drive to achieve results.
Accountability: Demonstrates ability to take responsibility and maintains sense of ownership and follow through on commitments. Sets high standards of performance.
Communication: Demonstrates ability to convey and distribute information effectively and encompass strong speaking, presentation, written and listening skills. Ability to create an environment for open communication.
Teamwork: Demonstrates ability to work well with others to accomplish common goals and build a positive climate and trusting relationships within teams.
Reliability: Demonstrates dependability, accountability and trust. Follows processes and meets commitments.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position does not require any supervisory duties
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED
Basic MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
One year of experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of operating electric floor walkers and completion of forklift certification
Problem solving skills
Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques with emphasis on Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and JIT principles
Ability to work overtime as needed both daily and weekends
WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise and hazards such as electrical shock or gases. Some outside assignments could involve exposure to adverse weather conditions. Adequate hearing protection is required for 85 decibels and above.
What does Sheppard have to offer you?
Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
401k Plan with Company matching
Retirement Savings Plan
Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
Wellness Program and incentives
On-site Health Clinic/Healthcare
Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:
Company-Paid Benefits:
Basic Life Insurance
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short Term Disability
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
Medical and Prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
Long Term Disability
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Plan
Hospital Indemnity Plan
Legal
Identity Theft and Fraud Protection
R.H. Sheppard Co. Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
