Material Handler

Material Handler

Newtown

Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury

The General Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking, scanning, labeling, moving, staging, replenishing, and stacking product. This individual is also responsible for counting and inspecting product and notifying leadership when there are damages or discrepancies. These Associates are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be expected to perform all duties as assigned. As part of the DSV team, Associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, and quality. Associates are expected to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Picking Responsibilities: The picking functions include, but are not limited to, using a pallet jack to accurately pick orders to fulfill client demands. Associates must efficiently and accurately pick products and stage in the appropriate areas. Associates will stack, package, band, shrink wrap and label products as determined by client requirements. All picking functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Quality Control Responsibilities: The quality control functions include, but are not limited to, using the appropriate documentation to ensure that all products and orders are received, handled and shipped correctly. Associates will verify that products and/or orders meet quality standards, including reporting any damages or discrepancies. Associates will stack, package, shrink wrap, and label products. All quality control functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance: All Associates are responsible for executing all safety protocols and will accomplish all job tasks in a manner that promotes safety. Associates are responsible for the cleanliness and orderliness of the facility and are required to maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area and assist in security of the warehouse. Associates will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/SDS Standards.
• Equipment Operation: In performing assigned duties, the equipment used can include, but is not limited to, a pallet jack. Associates are responsible for the upkeep of equipment and reporting of equipment problems. Associates will operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner and follow prescribed work methods.
• Maintenance: Perform or assist in building, grounds and equipment maintenance as assigned.

Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned. Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Education and/or Experience: Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations: None
• Other: Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Computer Skills: None
• Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing, and distributing client products.
• Other: Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job task in a timely manner. Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance. Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment
• Current or prior MHE certification (Forklift Driving)

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally Handling/Fingering, Sitting
• Frequently Bending
• Constantly Walking and Standing
• Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull 21-50 pounds
• Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

The expected base pay range is $18 $20. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.