Material Handler - Vallourec - North America : Job Details

Tally pipe lengths for outbound loads and product verification of inbound loads. Assist forklift operator in loading and unloading pipe from production lines, storage racks, and trucks. Duties may also include pipe storage rack construction/repair and road maintenance.Learn to drive industrial trucks equipped with lifting devices. This position operates large capacity forklifts to move oilfield tubular to and from the plant's production lines and maintain records of the products moved. This position also operates lower capacity forklifts for material movement in the warehouse. Ship and receive items. Perform cycle counts and participate in inventory put-away and sustainment of inventory accuracy.Key Responsibilities: Assist in properly racking and storing tubular products per API requirementsAssist in keeping product positioned on storage racks to prevent delays in forklift loading and unloadingAccurately and completely fill out inventory documentationUnderstand and maintain traceability of finished goodsUnderstand and verify pipe stencils during tallying processUnderstand components required per order and how to stage components for ordersMaintain concise and accurate records of products moved or issued to ordersPerform daily checks (maintenance) of equipmentLubricates heavy equipment, recharges batteries, fills fuel tanksPerform physical verification of product moved by completing tubular movement documents or via computer softwareEnsure proper handling / storage of product as required by customer and API specificationsMaintain a neat and orderly pipe yard and warehouse work areaMaintain correct inventory in pipe yard and warehouseLearn to safely operate heavy equipmentMove levers and press pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatusUnloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting deviceInventory materials in pipe yard and warehouse, and supply production lines with materials as neededBe proficient in handling requirements for special grades of pipeMust become knowledgeable of VAM USA Shipping and Receiving ProceduresLearn and follow all VAM USA Material Handling ProceduresMaximize efficiency and productivity at all timesFollow all Company Rules, Procedures and Policies Follow all Company Safety RulesFollow all Company work instructions, specifications and requirementsAny other duties as assigned by the Logistics & Material Control SupervisorRequirements: Will be an asset to the Lean and Safety company valuesIdentifies and resolves problems in a timely mannerGathers and analyzes information skillfullyDevelops alternative solutionsWorks well in group problem solving situationsUses reason even when dealing with emotional topicsObserves safety and security proceduresDetermines appropriate action beyond guidelinesReports potentially unsafe conditions and near-miss situationsUses equipment and materials safely and properlyAbility to lift 50 lbs and pull 75 lbsAbility to work in varying outside weather conditionsMust be able to pass applicable testing as requiredMust be able to pass vision and hearing tests as requiredExperience, Skills, and knowledge: High school diploma, GED, or equivalentPreferred: One year on the job training in an oilfield tubular yard or warehousePreferred: 1+ years' operating a heavy/large forklift and/or lower capacity forkliftsPreferred: Forklift Training (Large and/or lower capacity)Preferred: Familiarity with API storage/handling requirementsPreferred: Know and understand 5SCritical Competencies & Capabilities: Safety awareness, Ability to follow instructions, Teamwork, Adaptability, Accountability, Reliability/Dependability, Initiative, Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback , Pride in performance, Continuous Improvement/Quality, Communication , Positive responses to change, High attention to detail.