Reports To: Branch Manager FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary: The Material Handler provides customer satisfaction in accurately processing customer orders, shipping, receiving intra-company transfers, and inventory counts.
Duties and Responsibilities: - Operate a forklift, two-wheel hand cart, and scales.
- Retrieve stock to fulfill orders.
- Check outgoing and incoming shipments for accuracy.
- Check orders for accuracy.
- Inspect goods for defects and report damaged or defective material/product to the
- supervisor or sales staff; no damaged product will be sent out.
- Place compiled/completed orders in appropriate designated areas.
- Monitor the movement and progress of orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Order picking, packing, wrapping, labeling products, and shrink-wrapping orders that
- are palletized according to a standard operating procedure, making a note to follow any
- special instructions on orders with customer-specific requests.
- Keep the work area clean, safe, organized, and maintained by following the 6 S's (Sort,
- Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety).
- Load finished products/orders onto trucks. Transport stock from storage to warehouse or
- where needed. Load or unload material inbound or outbound.
- Open bales, crates, and other containers.
- Assist in counting physical inventory.
- Wear the proper safety equipment and always abide by safety rules.
Requirements
Education and Experience Required: - HS Diploma or GED Equivalent from an accredited institution
- Previous 1-2 years warehouse experience required
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills: - Previous experience operating warehouse equipment, and successful completion of a forklift training program
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills & Mathematical skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Knowledgeable in TFI/OSHA Safety Requirements
Physical Requirements: - Qualified applicants must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds 4+ hours per shift
- Must be able to work in a hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
- Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
- Must be able to bend and crawl for 4+ hours per shift
- Much be able to crouch, kneel, and stoop for 4+ hours per shift
- Must be able to climb ladders for 4+ hours per shift
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for 6+ hours per shift
- Must be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, perform fine manipulation, and feel for 6+ hours per shift
- Must be able to operate foot pedals for 4+ hours per shift
- Must be able to make fine distinctions in sound, express and exchange written or spoken words, and distinguish objects and equipment visually