Sr Material Handler (1st Shift)

Join a Team That Sticks Together!

At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries.

We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more.

In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like Duck, FrogTape, Painter's Mate, Shurtape, T-Rex, Kip, and Pro Tapes.

Why Work with Us?

We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world.

What We Offer:

• A company that truly values your contributions

• A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful

• A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers

• An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset

More Than Just Tapes...

In addition to being obsessed with our customers, Shurtape is committed to being socially and environmentally responsible. We recognize that our actions today affect our world tomorrow, and we are committed to responsible manufacturing processes that protect the communities in which we operate.

We Ask for the Best, and Offer the Best in Return

We are looking for passionate, innovative individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment to join the Shurtape team. If you're looking to be part of a forward-thinking, fast-paced, and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!

Our tapes may do the sticking, but it's our people who hold it all together.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Senior Material Handler position requires knowledge of work order picking, receiving, inventory control, Warehouse Management (WM) and SAP procedures. This position inspects inventory, runs reports, and utilizes problem solving skills on a frequent basis to drive issues to resolution. This position varies and moves based on the operational needs. It requires the knowledge and ability to step in and perform any and all the Material Handler and Selector functions. This position assists the entire team with warehouse and inventory needs, maintenance, and questions. This position is a key backup support to the Team Leaders and Shift Manager/Supervisor. This position may include assisting with the daily material handler functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform any of the Material Handler and Selector tasks as requested.
• Operate powered industrial trucks such as motorized pallet jack, tow motor, forklift, and narrow aisle.
• Operate an order selector ("man-up") to retrieve, inspect, and correct inventory and pallets in the racks.
• Perform truck battery maintenance as required.
• Handle various internal inventory requests including retrieving, auditing, inspecting, or re-slotting items.
• Lead and participate in material cycle counting efforts and adjust inventory as needed. Run inventory reports and follow up with research and resolution as requested.
• Maintain Supply Chain Excellence Audit standards.
• Utilize a Radio Frequency device and PC to support the warehouse management system.
• Maintain knowledge of all functions used in the Finished / Raw Materials Warehouse.
• Communicate, lead, and assist members of the team with questions in a professional and helpful manner.
• Perform a wide variety of tasks and projects as assigned by the Shift Manager/Supervisor in relation to internal inventory requests (example: samples, quality requests, audits, balancing), inventory maintenance needs (ex. rack labels, dynamic aisle clean up, inventory movements, and slotting), and maintaining the overall warehouse safety and appearance.
• Suggest process and system changes to enhance the productivity of the material handling responsibilities.
• Assist the Shift Manager/Supervisor and Team Leaders in promoting housekeeping
• Report any accidents/incidents or near miss accidents on the floor to the Shift Manager/Supervisor promptly and assist with incident investigation when needed.
• Inspect, correct, and report all falling pallets on all tiers.
• Participate in one or more of the following: Train-the-Trainer for equipment, Safety Committee, Evacuation Team including fire extinguisher training, and First Aid.
• Clean minor Hazmat spills if necessary, according to MSDS sheet and Shurtape Technologies safety guidelines.
• Cultivate Shurtape Technologies culture and values by promoting communication, teamwork, and respectful treatment of all individuals
• Assist all partners and associate with WMS issues and training when needed.
• Fill in for Team Lead when needed.
• Log into the proper LM codes for the function being performed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School or GED equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year material handler experience highly preferred.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to accurately solve inventory issues and run reports in the warehouse management system.
• Able to operate pallet jack, tow motor, narrow aisle, forklift, and order selector.
• Able to learn and perform all the Material Handler and Selector
• Able to read and understand the Receiving Log and the Shipping Workload Board.
• Must demonstrate outward support of the company, management team, and team leaders by projecting a positive attitude.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem solving, and conflict management skills (horizontal and vertical) required.
• Must be self-motivated and highly effective at managing idle time.

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.

• Work requires hearing, mental and visual attention.
• Able to lift 50 lbs., able to bend and lift frequently, and able to work around dust.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our manufacturing facilities are built with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency and a collaborative work environment. We operate with a focus on being "Safe to the Core," aligning to the highest safety standards for all employees to ensure they can perform hands-on tasks with confidence, especially when handling materials and operating machinery and equipment. Working in organized shifts, our manufacturing employees are critical to our growth and success, which is why we prioritize and emphasize teamwork, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude toward continuous improvement.

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Shurtape Technologies, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including identity & expression), medical condition, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirement.