Material Handler/Water Spider

## Description

Job Summary

The Material Handler / Water Spider is responsible for the movement, delivery, and staging of materials to support continuous production and operational flow. This role ensures workstations remain stocked, production is uninterrupted, and materials are handled efficiently from receiving through final use.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver materials, parts, and supplies to production lines or workstations based on demand
• Proactively monitor inventory levels at stations and replenish before shortages occur
• Transport raw materials, components, and finished goods throughout the facility
• Load, unload, and move materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, or other equipment
• Remove scrap and empty containers from production areas
• Stage materials for upcoming production runs
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and putting away incoming shipments
• Perform cycle counts and report inventory discrepancies
• Maintain clean, organized work areas following 5S and safety standards
• Support line setups, changeovers, and overall production efficiency
• Communicate with production, warehouse, and supervisors to prioritize workflow
• Follow all safety policies and proper material handling procedures

## Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or material support role preferred
• Forklift or material handling equipment certification (or ability to obtain)
• Familiarity with inventory systems
• Understanding of lean manufacturing concepts preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and pushing/pulling materials
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment

Work Environment

• Warehouse or manufacturing setting
• Exposure to moving equipment, noise, and varying temperatures

Key Skills

• Sense of urgency and time management
• Organization and inventory awareness
• Communication and teamwork
• Problem-solving and anticipation of needs
• Reliability and dependability

Performance Metrics

• On-time material delivery to lines
• Reduction in production downtime
• Inventory accuracy
• Efficiency of material flow and replenishment
• Adherence to safety and 5S standards