The Material Handler, under the direction of the Department Supervisor and in cooperation with the Team Leader, handles materials and expedite parts to fill appropriate sales order needs. Accurately and efficiently pack and ship all parts on time.

What You'll Do:

• Pull, gather, verify, and inspect all parts by sales order.
• Assist with shipping documents when backlog occurs, as necessary.
• Pack all parts per requirements for LTL shipping, both domestic and international requirements.
• Operate needed equipment to move freight.
• Comply with all Astec’s safety rules and guidelines.
• Transport heavy material using a forklift both inside and outside of buildings
• Package materials and parts in various containers for safe shipment to internal and external customers
• Communicate with internal customers while responding to material requests
• Develop bills of lading (loading) and delivery forms
• Locate materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials
• Learn and utilize current inventory computer system
• Perform and document daily forklift inspections before operation
• Perform and document daily crane inspection before operation
• All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned

Why You'll Love Working for Us:

• Health, Dental, Vision- Day 1 Eligibility
• Life, and Spousal Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO
• Employee Wellness Programs, Tuition Aid, and Employee Assistance

What We Need from You:

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• 0-to-1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Operating knowledge of Forklift a plus but not required.
• Computer experience is desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse, and locate and open/close files.
• Adept at problem-solving. Adaptable to new situations and challenges. Open to changes and new ideas.
• Ability to satisfactorily work alone with reasonable instructions, training, and supervision, and ability to work with others respectfully and professionally in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate, express one’s needs, and ask questions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed and written and/or oral instructions.
• The ability to handle the stress that accompanies production standards and deadlines.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and make subsequent adjustments, and willingness to rework incorrect tasks completed by oneself or others. 

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

·         Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

·         Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

·         Respect for all individuals

·         Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

·         Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Manufacturing Environment

Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock.  The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures.  The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.