Material Handler

N. Wasserstromis a leader in the highly innovative manufacturing of restaurant and supermarket food service equipment. Established in 1902, we are a family owned company with our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. We have a current opening for a Production Planner (Pay-Band 12) to join our team! If you like the excitement of problem solving, cross communications between departments and management and the excitement of a job well done- this is the team for you. You will work in a fast-paced learning environment on everything from expediting. coordinating with production scheduling and advising on revisions.SummaryThe Material Handler will be responsible work in a team environment to package and protect products for shipment and to ensure needed items meet shipping schedules. Material Handlers must have strong organizational skills to optimize space for shipments and to label products with all necessary shipping information. This role requires attention to detail, organization, and the ability to operate equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. This position is responsible for building wooden crates, boxes, and pallets with hand tools and/or power tools.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and assemble wooden crates, boxes, and palletsPackage and protect products for shipmentOperate forklifts to move crates, boxes, and palletsOrganize and optimize space for shipmentMaintain a clean and organized work environmentLabel products with shipping informationPerform any other duties required to support business operations and facilities maintenance as assigned by Management, whether occasionally or permanently.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Previous experience as a Material Handler or in a similar role is preferred but not required.Valid forklift operator's license or the ability to obtain one.Physical strength and endurance to lift and move heavy materials, up to 50 lbs.Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping.Physical RequirementsThe Material Handler position requires the ability to lift and move heavy materials (up to 50 lbs.), operate equipment, and perform physical tasks in a warehouse environment.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)