Job Description

Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.

We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

Job Summary
The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, storing, picking and distributing material and products within establishment.

Essential Job Duties (Most important job duties explained clearly and concisely. If mandatory overtime is required, please list that here.)

* Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
* Transports materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
* Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
* Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, or other stock items and distributes items to production areas.
* Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets.
* Marks materials with identifying information.
* Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
* Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
* Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
* Certified to drive material handling equipment.
* Transports stored items within the warehouse.
* Loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product.
* Utilizes manual and automated material handling equipment.
* Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection.
* Keeps work area clean and removes trash from work area floor.
* Stores supplies in designated areas.
* Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions.
* Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identifies/reports defective equipment.
* Reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
* Takes photos of incoming or outgoing load and log items and pictures for documentation.
* Uses computer to enter records.
* Where applicable, climbs and works at the heights of material tanks.
* May climb on top or into tank trailers to check seals and take samples.
* May prepare and takes a cycle count inventory of all merchandise; records counts on cycle count sheets.
* Mandatory overtime may be required.
* Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
* May perform other duties as required.

Statement of Coverage
N/A

Scope of Responsibility
No supervisory or budgetary responsibility.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

* Attention to detail.
* Ability to pass basic math skills test.
* Ability to multitask.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Capable of obtaining Forklift certification.

Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required. Previous experience with Oracle or similar based WMS system; a minimum of 1 year of experience in a warehouse position; previous forklift experience is preferred.

Professional Licenses or Certifications
Obtain and maintain a forklift certification.

Physical Demands
Must be able to comply with the physical demands of constantly lifting and moving stock by hand or with manual equipment. Ability to lift 65+ lbs. on a regular basis, and occasionally be able to lift/move more than 100+ lbs.

* Sitting Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Walking Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Driving Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Using hands Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Climbing Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
* Stooping, Kneeling Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* Talking, Hearing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
* Tasting, Smelling Seldom: x Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
* Climbing Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
* Two Handed Carry Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:

Weight: Place an x in the box for each of the categories below:

* Up to 10 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
* Up to 25 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
* Up to 50 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
* Up to 100 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
* More than 100 lbs Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:

Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is quiet in the office areas but moderate on the warehouse floor. Temperature is ambient and impacted by seasonal changes.

Travel Required
Minimal travel may be required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

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