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Summary
The Material Handler is responsible for loading, unloading and moving materials within or near the plant, yard or work site.
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.
Receives, processes and tags incoming materialMoves inventory materials to their respective areaIssues parts to areas of work in processUses steel cutters, crowbar, clawhammer or other hand tools to open containers.Performs cycle counting and physical inventoriesMaintains equipment in clean, good working orderDocuments and enters inventory information into the computer systemQualifications
The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience in forklift operationsAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, steel toed boots, goggles, ear plugs, glovesProficient in computer software applications, including Word, Excel, OutlookAbility to communicate and collaborate professionally, both verbally and in writing, at all levelsAbility to organize and prioritize projects and information with accuracy, under tight timeframes, to meet organizational needsAbility to set goals independently and take initiative to accomplish themPreferred Qualifications
Materials or warehouse experienceOne + years work experience as a material handler in an industrial settingProficient with the American Association of Railroads (AAR) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) industry and customer requirementsWork Environment and Physical Requirements
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical environment requires the employee to work in hot and cold environments, in and out of the weather, work safely around heavy equipment and on top of and under railcars, as well as around railroad tracks. Employees are required to use personal protective equipment such as steel toe boots, hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, welding and grinding shields, etc. or as environmental conditions dictate.
Physical Activities and Requirements
Frequency Key
Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation
Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)
Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5- 5.5+ hours/day)
Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)
Working Postures
Sit: FrequentlyStand: ConstantlyWalk: FrequentlyBend: FrequentlyKneel/Squat: FrequentlyCrawl: FrequentlyClimb: FrequentlyReach Forward: FrequentlyReach Upward: FrequentlyHandling/Fingering: Frequently
Lift / Carry Requirements
5-10 lbs: Frequently10-25 lbs: Frequently25-50 lbs: Frequently50-75 lbs: Not Applicable75+ lbs: Not Applicable
Push / Pull Requirements
Up to 10 lbs: Frequently10-25 lbs: Frequently25-50 lbs: Frequently50-75 lbs: Not Applicable75+ lbs: Not ApplicableEOE including Vet/Disability
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Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities, unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources at careers@gbrx.com or call us at 503-684-7000.
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