Lead, Material Handler-Bilingual/Spanish Speaker - Kane Logistics

Job Description: Lead MHE,

Responsible for providing direction to one or more Forklift Operators/LTO, training, assigning work, and resolving problems within area of responsibility. Operates gasoline-, liquefied gas-, or electric-powered industrial equipment equipped with lifting devices, such as sit-down, standup, clamp or other elevating equipment to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials from rail cars in distribution center or storage yard.



When you join ID Logistics, you become part of a company committed to Investing in our Employees. This commitment is the foundation for the ID Logistics benefits program. As an Employer of Choice, ID Logistics invests in you by providing a comprehensive benefits program that offers a valuable, affordable benefit plan package that includes medical, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, generous paid time off along with other supplemental benefits.



Responsibilities:


* Supports and trains newly hired forklift operators within their area of responsibility.


* Assists supervisors and management of the facility in planning, assigning, and directing work


* Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered industrial equipment. Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean and orderly fashion. On a daily basis, inspect assigned equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods and OSHA standards.


* Operate sit down forklift in and out of a rail car. Requires the ability to open and close rail car doors safely and safely work within a confined space.


* Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store product in the appropriate areas.


* Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded and shipped.


* Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars, trailers, or containers.


* Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.


* Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation.


* Follow customer requirements and/or other instructions to ensure accuracy: load count, stability of product, and that all products are loaded and unloaded safely.


* Coordinate as necessary with all other departments/functions, especially Customer Service, Transportation and Maintenance.


* Perform good housekeeping practices, clean as you go process.


* Conduct operations and equipment in a manner that promotes safety and report unsafe conditions that can’t be self-corrected to the leadership team.


* Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed.


* Observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate.


* Other duties as assigned
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* Must Speak Spanish.

Safety of our associates has always been Our #1 priority. We are aggressively responding to COVID-19:


* Take temperatures with a no-touch thermometer at the start of the shift
* Increased cleaning routines and periodically deep clean
* Provide associates with appropriate PPE
* Maintain an ample supply of antibacterial lotion throughout the building
* Practice social distancing
* Expect our associates to maintain cleanliness, social distancing, and use PPE

Benefits:


* Medical, Dental, Vision (after 60 Days) (Options available)
* 401K with matching program



Schedule: M-F 3:30pm- 12:30am

Hourly Rate: $25.00 $1.00 2nd Shift Differential.






* High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Must be able to successfully complete post-hire assessments.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain equipment certifications (e.g. OSHA, company, etc.).
* Must be able to wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work environment (e.g. protective footwear, protective eyewear, gloves, etc.) in accordance with safety policies.
* Proficient with Microsoft word and Excel
* Must have good and professional communication skills.
* Must be a team player and embrace changes.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled