Material Handler I - Shipping

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at  

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1st Shift :  Mon-Thu 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM & Fri 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Summary

The Material Handler I is responsible for preparing, staging, verifying, and loading finished goods for outbound shipment in accordance with shipping schedules, customer requirements, and established procedures. This role involves safely moving finished goods within warehouse and staging areas, loading freight trucks, trailers, and delivery vehicles, and working collaboratively with Production, Shipping, and other cross-functional teams to support shipment readiness and on-time delivery. Additional duties include maintaining clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas, completing assigned material identification, counting, labeling, and data collection tasks, and assisting with shipment discrepancy investigations under the direction of Material Handler III, Team Lead, or Management. All responsibilities must be performed in accordance with established safety procedures, 5S standards, and equipment operating requirements, with safety concerns, incidents, and potential risks promptly reported to the EHS Manager and/or Shipping Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Outbound Shipping & Loading – Load and secure outbound shipments according to shipping schedules, load plans, and established procedures to prevent freight damage.
• 5S & Safety – Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas, follow safety procedures, and promptly report incidents, near misses, and potential risks to the HSE Manager and/or Shipping Supervisor.
• Pallet Preparation & Shipment Staging – Prepare, wrap, band, label, and stage finished goods delivered by Production in designated outbound shipping areas.
• Shipment Verification – Verify part numbers, quantities, pallet counts, and labels against shipping documentation and promptly report damaged goods or discrepancies.
• Material Handling & Team Support – Safely move finished goods within warehouse and staging areas while supporting team members and communicating with cross-functional departments to ensure timely shipments.
• Organizational Duties & Equipment Operation – Complete assigned counting, labeling, material identification, and data collection tasks while safely operating authorized material handling equipment and assisting with discrepancy investigations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, shipping, or a related operations environment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment or obtain required company certifications.
• Basic computer skills and ability to accurately complete ERP transactions and use shipping software.
• Understanding of outbound shipping processes, shipping documentation, and material handling practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure shipment accuracy, proper labeling, and correct material identification.
• Ability to identify, communicate, and resolve routine shipping discrepancies and documentation issues.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills to coordinate with Shipping, Production, and other departments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple shipment requirements, and work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely perform the physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures, quality standards, inventory control practices, 5S requirements, and standard work instructions.