Material Handler I

Position : Material Handler I

Job Summary

Material Handler role in Sumter, SC, responsible for pallet/case picking, order processing, and pallet building in a distribution environment. Involves scanning, picking, labeling, packing, and palletizing shipments. 1 opening. Day shift (7AM- 7PM) on a 3-on/2-off/2-on/3-off rotation, including weekends. 10-panel drug screen required.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Process customer orders - scan barcodes, pick and label boxes

• Pick, pack, and process orders using RF technology

• Maintain acceptable work area per SOP and work instructions

• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

• Complete RF device training to obtain necessary profiles

• Verify accuracy and handle shipment packaging

• Build pallets - scan, retrieve, and place completed orders

• Re-palletize products for shipment

• Perform dock manifest duties, including scanning pallets and running the shrink wrapper

• Transport pallets using walking MHE (Material Handling Equipment)

• Follow all safety instructions and report hazards, unsafe acts, or suspicious activity immediately

• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area

• Cross-train on other warehouse positions and act as backup during absences

Experience

1-3 years (minimum 6 months forklift driving experience required - no exceptions). Stand-up forklift experience preferred.

Key Skills

• Forklift operation (Stand-Up preferred)

• Walkie Ryder / motorized pallet jack experience preferred

• RF scanner / Voice technology use

• Order picking, packing, and palletizing

• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents

• Multitasking in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment

• Basic analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills

• General distribution knowledge

Eligibility and Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or 1 year of relevant experience

• Minimum 6 months forklift driving experience (mandatory, no exceptions)

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted

• Eye exam required

• 10-panel drug screen required - must be completed within 48 hours of job offer acceptance

• Able to start while background check is pending (once cleared)

• Able to work in an environment involving walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing/pulling, and repetitive hand motions

• Comfortable working near moving mechanical equipment