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Material Handling Operator

Guayama, PR · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Under the direction of the Material Handling Team Leader, the Material Handling Operator will ... Associate Degree or Bachelor degree in a technical, engineering field or equivalent experience ...

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for material handling engineer in the United States is $100,738.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Material Handling Engineer designs, develops, and optimizes systems for the movement, storage, control, and protection of materials within manufacturing, distribution, and logistics environments. They work with conveyors, robotics, automated storage systems, and other equipment to improve efficiency and safety. Their role involves analyzing workflows, selecting appropriate material handling technologies, and collaborating with other engineers to integrate solutions into production or distribution processes.

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As a Material Handling Engineer, your daily tasks often include designing and evaluating material handling systems, coordinating with operations teams to optimize workflows, and troubleshooting equipment or process issues. You’ll typically collaborate with procurement, logistics, and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies or system upgrades. Data collection, analysis, and reporting are also important aspects, as they inform decisions regarding equipment layout or process improvements. This role often provides a balance between hands-on work on the facility floor and technical design or planning in an office environment.

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To thrive as a Material Handling Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or industrial engineering, proficiency in designing and optimizing material flow systems, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks, material handling simulation software, and knowledge of relevant safety standards or certifications like OSHA are important. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help in collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors. These abilities ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective movement of materials within manufacturing and distribution environments.

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Material Handling Operator

Material Handling Operator

The AES Corporation

Guayama, PR • On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

AES Corporation rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 50 rated energy and utility

Job description

En AES, elevamos la calidad de vida en todo el mundo cambiando la forma en la que la energía funciona. Todos tienen un impacto cada día en nuestros equipos pequeños y globales. Postúlese aquí para iniciar una extraordinaria carrera hoy mismo.
At AES we are looking for a Material Handling Operator
Role description:
Under the direction of the Material Handling Team Leader, the Material Handling Operator will perform the duties and responsibilities that ensure the availability of coal and limestone for the operation of the power generation facility and for the storage and subsequent removal of the ash generated at the facility business goals.
Responsabilities:
  • Operates process system in a correct, efficient and safe manner. This includes operating pumps, motors, and valves.
  • Perform inspections to the instrument indications, conveyors, valves, pumps, tanks, and the associate equipment and the heavy equipment machinery.
  • Perform operation and inspections.
  • Operate off road type of mobile heavy equipment used for moving and hauling earth, coal, limestone and coal combustion products.
  • Prepare and execute Lock Out/Tag Out of area systems and equipment, and restore such systems and equipment to operation after maintenance
  • Assist maintenance and contractor personnel preparing area work clearance permits.
  • Conduct air tests to prepare confined space entry and hot work permits.
  • Perform as a Confined Space Monitor, if needed by maintenance actions.
  • Perform area safety inspections and tests on such equipment as fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, emergency lighting, safety showers and eyewashes, and ladders.
  • Inform Control Room Operator, Maintenance Department, and Area Leader of status of area operating equipment, and problems as discovered.
  • Provide shift relief support when necessary, for vacations and sick leave.
  • Operate mobile lifting equipment to support operations and/or maintenance.
  • Experience in PLC and/or DCS.
  • Periodically make rounds to ensure proper operation of equipment and to document collected data. This includes having to climb steps and/or ladders that are inside and outside of buildings.
  • Participate in the training and development program.
  • Perform housekeeping duties on a regular basis which includes but is not limited to sweeping, shoveling, lifting, and washing down of components with water and cleaning solution.
  • Perform Dock Operations, loading and unloading of vessels.

Requirements:
  • Associate Degree or Bachelor degree in a technical, engineering field or equivalent experience required.
  • 2 years of experience with industrial background.
  • Effective organizational skills with commitment to deadlines.
  • Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Self-motivated individual with the ability to quickly adapt to changing business needs.
  • Able to support 24 x 7 operations.
  • Experience in SAP preferred.

Nosotros somos la energía que mejora la vida de más de 10 millones de personas, a través de los muchos beneficios que provee la electricidad.

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