Material Handler - Warehouse

As a member of the Fulfillment Center Team, the Material Handler – Tier 1 is responsible for completing and coordinating the day-to-day operational functions of packing, shipping, receiving, dispatching and distribution of goods and supplies.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• • Counting, sorting, weighing, and stocking all inbound goods and authenticating the receipt of the same in accord with the shipping note.
  • Inspecting the received goods, making note of any damage and/or discrepancies, and immediately reporting them to the Team Lead and/or the Fulfillment Center Manager.
  • Recording amounts of materials or items received or distributed via appropriate computer program.   
  • Reading customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed and/or shipped.
  • Moving materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas.
  • Sorting and placing materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
  • Filling requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to shipping or to designated storage area.
  • Assembling customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves, or relocating orders to a holding area or shipping station.
  • Marking materials with identifying information using appropriately trained method.
  • Opening bales, crates, and other containers.
  • Placing tags and labels on the received stock.
  • Maintaining accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made.
  • Weighing and counting items for distribution to ensure conformance to company standards.
  • Preparing parcels for shipping.
  • Aid in maintaining stock counts of physical inventory throughout the Fulfillment Center.
  • Retrieving product for pull tickets via forklift or by hand.
  • Daily cleaning work areas (sweeping, dusting, mopping) and monitoring equipment maintenance with any issues/concerns being immediately communicated to the Team Lead and/or Fulfillment Center Manager to address.
  • Proposing suggestions to the Fulfillment Center Manager or Team Leads about documentation, storage, and procurement of goods.
  • Operating a forklift to unload/load of truck freight.
  • Following all safety regulations, legal documentation & ISO requirements, and quality control pertaining to the Fulfillment Center.
  • Wearing the proper safety equipment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills/Competencies

• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook with the ability to learn new computer programs as required
• A keen attention to detail and follow through with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks while being a part of a team
• Committed team player with caring attitude
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and work orders.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using who numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The associate frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The associate occasionally is required to set and climb or balance.       
• The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.