The Material Handler stores, ships, receives, and replenishes finished goods to fire sprinkler contractors by parcel, LTL, truckload, and/or private carrier
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for processing customer orders and filling distribution centers
- Compiles, organizes, and prepares all orders as directed from the Shipping Supervisor
- Operates a handheld scanner to scan barcodes and delivers materials to their target location
- Operates forklift, lift truck, side loaders, pallet trucks, picker and other loading/stacking equipment
- Responsible daily inspection of forklifts
- Performs on-spot checking
- Maintains and organizes warehouse storage including pallet consolidation and cleanliness of aisles
- Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
- Performs other duties as directed
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Knowledge of company products in terms of part numbers and product descriptions
- Well-versed in warehouse, shipping, and receiving functions
- Ability to safely drive a forklift and picker
- Familiar with shipping methods such as Fed Ex, UPS, or freight truck
- Knowledge of operating lift trucks, side loaders, pallet trucks, and other loading/stacking equipment
- Solid understanding of mathematics
- Proficient in the Warehouse Management System
- Outstanding organization and documentation skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Prioritize and complete a variety of tasks in a timely manner
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Possesses a strong commitment to team environment while working well with others
Job Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA are available the 1st of the month following your start date
- 401k with company match is available 1st of the month after 90 days of employment
- Company-provided Life Insurance is provided for you 1st of the month after 90 days of employment
- 3 PTO days after 60 days of employment (hourly and non-exempt positions only)
- 2 weeks of vacation after 6 months of employment
- 10 paid holidays - including your birthday!
- Paid weekly
