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Kuraray America , Inc.

Material Handler NC-Warehouse

Kuraray America , Inc., Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305

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Title: Material Handler/Production Assistant

Location: Fayetteville, NC Who we are:

Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI)

is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supply from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 28 countries and employs more than 12,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.

Why Kuraray:

Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork and accountability.

As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment. Position Summary:

The Material Handler/Production Assistant is responsible for production support of standard product and safe work areas. Responsibilities may include recycle/grinder, packaging, warehouse, material handling, offline cutting table, interleaving, and any support the areas may need. This role will be a rotating shift position. Duties may include (not limited to):

Responsibilities :

Package and handle standard quality product safely and efficiently

Packaging of product (including Interleaving and Offline Table)

Properly recycling and/or scrapping of non-standard product

Troubleshooting of recycle, warehouse, offline table, and packaging area

Documentation of necessary records in accordance with procedures

Update shift logs and making turnover logs

Performing routine mechanical tasks, minor preventive maintenance, and locking out equipment.

Issue work notifications, lockout, and prep equipment to maintain equipment and facilities.

Schedule work, manage overtime and maintain own timecard.

Capable to assist with loading/unloading trucks with packaging supplies and product inventories.

Capable of operating various types of mobile equipment such as forklifts, work savers, and yard tractors (warehouse)

Capable of cycle counting management

Perform housekeeping duties.

Know and adhere to safety, environmental and housekeeping responsibilities, and rules

Follow document control and record-keeping policies

May be required to be a member of the Emergency Response Team

Capable and willing to work in a High-Performance Work System atmosphere (HPWS)

Exercise judgment and work independently with others with minimal supervision. Keep supervision informed of issues in the area.

Perform weekly safety and daily area audits.

Assist with routine mechanical tasks and minor preventive maintenance such as taking oil samples, replacing pump couplings, repairing leaks, minor hand tool work for adjustments, unplugging process lines, preparing equipment by isolating, purging, cleaning, and locking out equipment.

Receiving and unloading all film packaging supplies

Keeping mill room storage filled with all film supplies

Communicating with the site Supply Coordinator on supply needs

Recording where supplies are located on trailers and inform warehouse personnel

Trailer moving

Loading of retrim products

Loading of scrape

Loading of good and broken pallets

Load crates in need of repair back to supply warehouse

Fueling refrigeration trailers as needed

Help with any supply or shipping needs

Minimum Qualifications :

Must be 18 years of age

High School diploma or equivalent at the time of application

Valid Driver's License

Ability to work 12 hours rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays) and overtime, under various conditions including some outside work in all weather conditions

Demonstrated computer skills

Demonstrated knowledge of math, the ability to understand trend charts, and scale reading

Demonstrated planning and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to self- manage and function as a member of a diverse work team

Ability to climb stairs and ladders, and work at elevated heights. Walk, stand, safely lift 50 pounds, and wear various protective equipment, including donning an acid suit, during daily work schedule

Ability to use common hand tools

Load material on trailers

Mobile equipment - fork trucks, track mobile, work saver, and yard tractor

Preferred Qualifications:

SAP (Work notifications, process transactions), MES, Lotus Notes, OneNote, VisiTrak experience helpful

ERT/EMT

Cycle counting experience

Inventory management experience

Tractor trailer or CDL driving experience

NOTE: The hourly rate for this position is $20.67/hour. All offers will be contingent upon interviews, negative drug test, and a successful background check, physical fitness, and medical evaluation Competencies :

Customer Focus

Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Business Insight

Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.

Cultivates Innovation

Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.

Action Oriented

Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Ensures Accountability

Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Drives Results

Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance

Collaborates

Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Values Difference

Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization

Communicates Effectively

Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Courage

Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.

Instills Trust

Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Situational Adaptability

Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.

Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Learn more at

kuraray.us.com/careers/

Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status

No third-party candidates accepted.