Material Handler

Position Objectives:

Material Handlers may work in the shipping, receiving, and inventory or return areas of the parts distribution center and may be rotated between all areas within a scheduled period.  Duties include picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift driving, and cycle counting.  Material handlers may perform special duties as requested and work on special projects within the distribution center. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Receive freight, including off loading of containers Accurately identify, count and verify parts using receiving documents Stock parts based on part number and location Pick part orders using RF technology and packing labels Pack parts according to packing requirements Operate machinery as necessary (ex: fork lifts, high reach order pickers, tuggers, etc) Maintain clean and safe working areas and display good housekeeping habits. Work within specified hazardous material handling requirements Perform cycle counts and physical inventories when required Participate in a 'continuous improvement' environment that facilitates process enhancements Other duties as required

The pay for this position is $21.25 per hour. However, it is important to note that at Porsche compensation range is dependent on geographic location. Individual salaries within each range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skillset.

Porsche reviews compensation regularly and may adjust base salaries to reflect market competitiveness.

In addition to salary, individuals may be eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. Our full suite of benefits includes:

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Subsidized gym membership program
• Subsidized Porsche and VW leasing programs

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience

(Job and Industry):

• A minimum of two years of general warehouse/logistics experience preferred
• Experience with mechanized equipment and Forklift certification is preferred
• Basic computer (PC) proficiency that include exposure to a parts information system and MS Office is preferred
• Ability to operate hand-held RF-unit equipment

Competencies:

• Positive Attitude
• Communication (both verbal and written)
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Multi-Task
• Flexibility
• Safety Orientation
• Regular Attendance

Physical Demands:

• Open warehouse environment with variant temperatures and noise levels
• Heavy lifting—up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling and extensive standing/walking on concrete surfaces

Other:

• Responsible for the proper usage of, awareness of, and compliance with Information Technology security policies at Porsche Cars North America
• Seeks to ensure proper retention of electronic documents, business confidential information, and actively demonstrates an understanding of the need to safeguard competitive information in both electronic and non-electronic formats
• Must be willing to work overtime, including evenings and weekends
• Must be able and willing to adhere to and follow company policies and procedures to include regular, timely attendance at work

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. regularly, and occasionally up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and moving across the concrete surfaces throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching overhead to access and handle products or equipment.
• Operating hand trucks, pallet jacks, or other equipment requiring pushing and pulling of materials.
• Occasionally climbing ladders or using step stools to access higher storage areas
• Repetitive hand and arm movements, such as lifting, scanning, or packing.
• Manual dexterity and grip strength required for handling small tools, packages, and equipment.
• Good vision, including close vision, distance vision, and ability to distinguish colors, along with the ability to hear safety signals and communications clearly.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, including hot, cold with variant noise levelsAbility to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse machinery.