Material Handler I

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Verifies that items have been received correctly by matching product description, quantity, packaging unit, and expiration date (where applicable) on the putaway document or RF device, with the product received. Breaks down products received into correct selling units and puts products into correct stocking location, as noted on the putaway document or RF device.
• Notes discrepancies and marks products for review by department team lead or supervisor as appropriate
• Ensures items with expiration dates have stock rotated accordingly.
• Must learn to utilize RF technology.
• If products or inventory are damaged, brings to designated damaged area in Inventory Control or calls the spill team as appropriate.
• Will also be trained in various distribution functions such as Receiving and Picking.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.

In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures including WorldWide Business Standards.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Good reading, writing, math, and computer skills. Good communication (written/verbal) skills. Detail oriented and accountable for making accurate decisions under set guidelines. Good problem-solving skills. Ability to follow instructions, work under stress, and handle multiple assignments. Ability to read fine print and differentiate products with similar characteristics (size, color, vendor code).

Experience and Compensation:

Knowledge of basic warehousing operations preferred. To the extent this job is performed in Sparks, Nevada the hourly rate for this position is $18.00. For internal promotions, this position will be offered at an increase of $1.25 to a current employee's hourly rate. For lateral, internal transfers there will be no change to the employee's hourly rate.

Other:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or comparable work experience.

Physical demands refer to the level and duration of physical exertion generally required to perform critical tasks in support of critical job functions, for example - sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

Physical demands:

Lift, carry or move products up to:


0-25 lbs - Continuous

25 - 50 lbs - Infrequent

Pushing/pulling: uses hand jack. 25lbs of force is needed.

Gripping and fine hand manipulation: Continuously

Twist/bending: Frequently

Squatting: Frequently

Kneeling: Frequently

Reaching overhead: Occasionally

Climbing ladders/stepstools: Occasionally

Walk/stand on concrete: Continuously

Use of Put away/Replenishment cart: Occasionally

Utilizes hand tools such as utility knife, pallet jack, RF device and tape gun

Continuous temperature-controlled building

May be exposed to dust occasionally

Work in a cold environment occasionally

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.


For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at:

Fraud Alert

Henry Schein has recently been made aware of multiple scams where unauthorized individuals are using Henry Schein's name and logo to solicit potential job seekers for employment.

Please be advised that Henry Schein's official U.S. website is Any other format is not genuine. Any jobs posted by Henry Schein or its recruiters on the internet may be accessed through Henry Schein's on-line "career opportunities" portal through this official website. Applicants who wish to seek employment with Henry Schein are advised to verify the job posting through this portal.

No money transfers, payments of any kind, or credit card numbers, will EVER be requested from applicants by Henry Schein or any recruiters on its behalf, at any point in the recruitment process.