Production Material Handler 1: 2nd Shift
Apply now »Date: Sep 4, 2025
Location: Salisbury, MA, US, 01952
Company: Milliken and Company
Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
POSITION TITLE / LOCATION:
Production Material Handler 1 / Salisbury, MA
JOB CLASSIFICATION:
Hourly, Non-Exempt
POSITION REPORTS TO:
Shift Production Supervisor
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Production Material Handler I is responsible for staging, moving, and delivering raw materials and finished goods to support production schedules. This role ensures accurate inventory handling, cleanliness of work areas, and compliance with company safety and quality standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supply and stage raw materials according to production requirements.
- Load/unload materials from machinery and transport equipment.
- Monitor material quality and notify supervisor of issues.
- Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Support production efficiency by ensuring materials are available on time.
- Follow all company policies, safety rules, and procedures.
- Complete documentation accurately.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUANTIFIABLE MEASUREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:
- Timeliness and accuracy of material handling.
- Compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Cleanliness and organization of assigned areas.
- Attendance and punctuality.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School degree or GED
- Ability to communicate at all levels and with the ability to understand and communicate ideas both verbally and written.
- Ability to read and follow production schedules
- Good communication skills and teamwork abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to speak, read, write in both English and Spanish
- At least three months of related experience preferred
- Familiar with the operation of production machinery
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED:
- Safety Eyewear (additional when executing certain tasks)
- Steel Toe Safety Shoes
- Hairnet
- Cut resistant gloves, chemical gloves, etc. as needed
- Hard hat as needed
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
1. Standing: Ability to stand while working 95% of day
- Sitting: Ability to sit down 5% of day
- Moving: Ability to move throughout plant: 100% of day
- Lifting: Ability to lift to 60 lbs. 100% of day
- Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs, climb to top of range (approx. 16 ft) 75% of day
- Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull fabric rolls, A-frames (approx.1500lbs)10% of day
- Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor 25% of day
- Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and
computer screens. 5% of day
9. Cognitive: Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand information.100% of day
WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION
This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position is a safety-sensitive position and regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud. Temperatures can vary depending upon the time of year and outside impacts.
SHIFT/WORK HOURS
Shift schedule will depend on open positions at time of hire and will be communicated with new hire paperwork. Weekends and holidays are scheduled depending on business demands.
- To be determined at time of hire
- OT when scheduled
Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.