Warehouse Associate, Material Handler

Job Details

Job Overview: The Warehouse Associate, Material Handler is an entry level position in the shipping and receiving department.

Principal Responsibilities:

· Receive incoming materials, verify quantities against packing slips or purchase orders, and promptly report discrepancies or damage

· Accurately inventory materials into applicable inventory tracking systems

· Maintain accurate material labeling, lot identification, and inventory locations to support traceability and timely production flow

· Oversee the flow of raw materials from deliveries into production

· Prepare, stage, and organize materials for production, shipping, or storage in accordance with established procedures and/or supervisor direction

· Use appropriate tools i.e. forklift, pallet jack and hand trucks to transport materials to production areas

· Assist with cycle counts, physical inventory, and investigation of inventory variances as needed

· Follow all safety procedures when operating material handling equipment, including required inspections and safe load handling practices

· Maintain an organized and clean warehouse

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

· 1+ year(s) of warehouse experience required

· Ability to accurately enter, scan, and reconcile inventory information in warehouse or ERP systems

· Experience working with bar code scanning systems preferred

· Proficient computer skills

· Knowledge of machines, tools and computers

· Ability to understand mathematical applications, ex. measurement, logic, etc.

· Valid driver’s license or certification

· Forklift certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification upon hire

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/roll 300 – 800 pounds with pallet jack

· Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces and reach, twist, bend and stretch when required

· Excellent hand-eye coordination and acute depth perception

· Ability to decipher colors

· Good command of the English language; ability to effectively read and write

· Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide range of professions and personalities

· Commitment to following workplace safety practices, company procedures, and quality standards

· Detail-oriented

· Must be able to pass pre-employment screening, including drug testing

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

Work Location: In person