Material Handler

PPG Industries Inc. - Foley, Alabama

PPG: We protect and beautify the world.

At PPG, we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for more than 130 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

Why join us:

With PPG, you will find meaning in your work every day, and engage in opportunities that will shape you, personally and professionally.

Your personal strengths will empower you to succeed and make an impact from day one.
You will be inspired to learn and grow, and to get the support you need to identify and achieve your boldest career aspirations.
Your passion to excel will be fueled by your connection to world-class partners, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and future forward technologies.
Your contributions will not only meet the challenges of our global customers, but help theme propel their industries forward.
You will be welcomed into a culture where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.

Just like you, we are driven to make a difference in our world.

Key Responsibilities

Reads and interprets production orders and pick tickets. Exactly follows material handling processes and procedures to coordinate, store, assemble, label and ship individual components, kitted together for final distribution to various locations. Reads and follows special instructions. Operates forklift, motorized pallet jack and electric delivery carts. Follows housekeeping standards set. Communicates effectively and completely with team members and other employees as necessary. Follows all prescribed operating and equipment handling procedures with or without reasonable accommodation. Participates in 5 S activities. Complies with Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements at all times. Performs other tasks as assigned

Experience and Education

At least one year of directly applicable experience preferred Must be able to read and apply both Standard and Metric weights and measurements

Functional and Technical Skills

Must be able to effectively read, write, and communicate in English. Must be able to accurately follow written and verbal instructions. Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations. Must be able to read production orders and pack tickets. . Must be able to safely operate hand and power tools, drum dollies, and powered forklifts with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a forklift license. Should possess basic computer skills (QIA, excel, word, power point). Must be able to use and/or wear all required PPE with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to work any shift. Must be able to work overtime, as necessary

PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.

PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap@ppg.com.

This position requires the use of, or access to, information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Accordingly, only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Posted: 30+ days ago

About PPG Industries Inc.

PPG's vision is to continue to be the world's leading coatings and specialty products company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction ma... more

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