Material Handler- First Shift

Wakefield Thermal is part of the Heico Companies, and in aggregate, Heico’s businesses generate more than $3.2 billion in revenues. Wakefield Thermal is a global leader in innovative thermal management solutions for a diverse range of markets. Building on over four decades of leadership and experience, Wakefield Thermal designs, manufactures, and sells thermal management products that remove excess heat generated by electronic components.

Our Mission: Our businesses have made an all-encompassing commitment across all levels of the organization to never sacrifice safety. Deliver industry leading quality, and on-time delivery while providing an exceptional customer experience. Position ourselves as a leader in the industry through technological advancements and supply chain excellence. Promote a culture of success and excellence through accountability, collaboration, engagement, and shared belief in our vision.

Our flagship location in Nashua, NH offers modernized facilities and a welcoming and supportive work environment for our employees. Our on-site café offers employer-paid meal options and unlimited coffee to keep you fueled throughout the day. We also host regular employee engagement activities to foster a sense of community and collaboration among our team members.

We are seeking an experienced material handler. The material handler performs the physical and administrative tasks involved in the storing and distributing of materials, parts, supplies and equipment. Lifts heavy items and may operate various material handling devices.

DESCRIPTION:

• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.
• Participates in routing, counting and inspecting items while moving parts to next work center.
• Utilizes computerized or automated systems to accomplish tasks.
• Responsible for cleanliness of his/her own work area and the general housekeeping of the Company.
• Utilizes work orders and “Bills of Material” that move the product.
• Count and verify movement of product through multiple work centers.
• Work within multiple production areas to maintain a constant flow of product.
• Flexible to work in other departments as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma, or General Education Degree (GED).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.
• General computer knowledge.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft AX, a plus

BENEFITS:

Wakefield Thermal is proud to offer a wide range of competitive benefits to our employees, including:

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as company paid short and long-term disability.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plans with company matching contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth and development through training programs and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional Perks: Company paid uniforms, reimbursement for PPE, incentive programs, employee engagement activities and more.

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and sit.  The employee will use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit and to use a computer keyboard with mouse for long periods of time. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Office, Plant, Warehouse or Remote locations:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job in the Plant or Warehouse, the employee is exposed to noise and aluminum particles. The noise level is usually moderate, but hearing protection may be required in designated areas.  The employee is required to wear safety glasses when in the plant. 

Conditions in remote locations vary, depending on the job requirements.