Base pay rate is $17.50 per hour 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday - Friday, hours may vary depending on operations. This is a position with the potential overtime. The shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours long depending on work orders for the day and season of the year. Duties and Responsibilities. Perform packaging and float loading activities to optimize multiple loads for delivery coordination. Perform material handling and machine/equipment operation duties in a safe and efficient manner to fulfill customer orders and business requirements. Ensure machine and equipment is operating properly. Complete orders safely, accurately, timely and without damage. Inspect materials, products, machinery, tools and equipment. Assist with inventory management activities including daily updates to the ERP system. Use of PPE as required (safety glasses, gloves, sleeves, steel/composite toe shoes). Perform routine preventive maintenance, adjustments, and lubrication on equipment and production tools as required to maintain proper operation. Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Load and unload materials from machines, trucks, trailers, and storage locations. Transport raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to designated areas. Verify materials against paperwork, labels, or system records. Stage materials for production, shipping, or storage. Perform Daily basic equipment inspections and report mechanical issues. Follow all safety rules, traffic patterns, and OSHA requirements. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Assist with inventory counts and material audits as needed. Assist in other areas/departments as directed/assigned Qualifications. High school diploma or GEDA minimum of (1) one year of related work experience in a manufacturing environment. Must be able to become certified to operate a forklift vehicle, overhead crane, yard mule and side loaders. Ability to work in a non-temperature- controlled environment. Experience with side forklift, bander, nail gun, overhead crane, saws, stretch wrap machine, and various pneumatic equipment preferred, not required. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist. Good attitude and team oriented. Valid Driver's License