Material Handler

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DURA-LINE (Gainesville, Texas) IS GROWING & HIRING URGENTLY!

Job Title: Material Handler  

Location: Gainesville, TX

SHIFT: Day Shift Hours: 7:45a.m - 8:00 p.m. &  Night Shift Hours: 7:45 pm - 8:00 am (2-2-3 shift rotation)

STARTING PAY: $18.00 per hour plus $3.00 night shift differential

Dura-Line is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our team as a Material Handler in Gainesville, TX. As a Material Handler, you will play a crucial role in supporting our production personnel and contributing to continuous improvement in delivering top-notch products and services to our customers. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Material Handling: 

• Draw required materials from appropriate locations and stages for production lines.


• Stage materials in the designated area for easy accessibility.


• Set up materials according to the Supervisor’s instructions.


• Responsible for the rail call unloading system (pulling resin material to silos) 

Resin Delivery System: 

• Set up and monitor the resin delivery system as per Supervisor’s instructions.


• Monitor additive levels on each line and create resin/regrind mix as needed.


• Inspect regrind gaylords for metallic contamination and report any issues to the Supervisor or Line Operator.


• Maintain proper levels of color mix for color feeders and stripers.


• Set up regrind gaylords for mixing.

Process/Equipment Monitoring: 

• Understand the operation of pull-line feed equipment and maintain proper tape or cable in products requiring it.


• Make minor repairs to feed equipment as needed.


• Pull tape onto the floor if tape feeders are unavailable to clear any obstructions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• A Minimum of 6 months of Manufacturing or Distribution/Warehouse experience. 


• Familiarity with SAP and Inventory Management. 


• Strong teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail. 


• Effective communication, organizational skills, and self-motivation. 


• Reading, writing, and mathematical competency. 


• Ability to read instructions for material requirements and specifications. 


• Valid lift truck/forklift license. 


• Working knowledge of the resin system. 


• Knowledge of part numbers for all material requirements. 

OCCUPATIONAL AND/OR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable assistance. 


• Climb ladders, listen to equipment, inspect products for defects, and sense temperature changes in the finished product. 


• Spend up to 12 hours a shift on your feet around hot machinery. 

What is in it for you? Our Amazing Benefits!

• Sign-on bonus: $500 in 90 days and $1,000 after 180 days!


• Work HALF of the month, having every other weekend as a 3-day weekend! (12-Hour, 2-2-3 schedule)


• Quarterly Performance Bonus (depending on plant performance).


• IMMEDIATE Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription benefits on the first day.


• 6% 401(k) match with an additional 3% contribution by Dura-Line. Did I mention that you are FULLY VESTED on day 1 also?


• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability


• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Time.


• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service (up to $5,000 for undergraduate programs and up to $7,500 for graduate programs).


• ENDLESS professional growth potential with our GLOBAL family of Orbia companies.


• BRING A FRIEND! Employee Referral Bonus of $1,500 for your referrals that join us after your date of hire

“The compensation for this position will typically start at $18.00 an hour.  The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. ​

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

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All employees are subject to pre-employment Background Check and Drug Screening and employment is contingent upon successful clearance of both. Dura-Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.

Dura-Line 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)