Material Handler

Location: OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA Date Posted: 2026-08-18 Country: United States of America Location: OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA The Distribution Center Material Handler is responsible for accurate receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of materials within the Distribution Center (DC). This role supports inbound, outbound, and inventory control processes while ensuring compliance with safety standards, company procedures, and regulatory requirements. The position requires operating powered industrial vehicles (PIV), maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting efficient warehouse operations. Shift: 1st Shift Hours: 6:00AM-4:30PM (Mon-Fri & weekends as needed) Inbound / Receiving Receive inbound materials from Supplier T1 in accordance with safety standards and procedures. Verify shipments against Bills of Lading (BOL) and schedules. Conduct trailer inspections and document conditions with photographs. Report discrepancies or damages using established processes. Scan and assign materials to proper DC locations by commodity. Maintain documentation and filing requirements. Material Storage / Put Away Transport and store materials into designated locations. Ensure materials are labeled and stored correctly by commodity. Clear materials from cross-dock areas by end of shift. Outbound / Shipping & Cross-Docking Prepare and ship materials to following CT-PAT standards. Load materials according to weight restrictions and capacity limits. Secure loads, perform inspections, and document shipments. Complete and distribute shipping documentation. Order Staging & Fulfillment Stage materials based on pick lists with 100% accuracy. Organize staged materials for efficient shipment. Inventory Control Perform daily cycle counts per rotation schedules. Report discrepancies to supervisors. Maintain inventory accuracy. Consolidation Consolidate supplier materials into crates per procedures. Ensure materials are secure and organized. Workplace Organization & Safety Maintain 5S standards in assigned areas. Follow all safety policies and use PPE properly. Essential Skills & Competencies Material handling and equipment operation (forklift, reach truck and tugger). Warehouse systems and inventory management knowledge. Safety awareness including CT-PAT compliance. Communication, critical thinking, and attention to detail. Education & Certifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred: Vocational or technical training in logistics or warehousing. Qualifications 0–1 year of warehouse or material handling experience required. 1+ years and experience with scanners or WMS preferred. Work Environment Warehouse setting with physical activity. Requires standing, walking, lifting, and equipment operation. Physical Demands Must be able to lift 35 lbs. Must be able to stand up to 10 hours a day. Walking, balancing, climbing, standing, twisting/turning, bending/stooping, crawling, crouching, kneeling/squatting, sitting, reaching above shoulder height, reaching forward, lifting (maximum 50 pounds), carrying, pushing/pulling, handling, feeling, digital dexterity, wrist flexion/extension, power grip, working speed, talking, hearing, seeing (with color vision) depth perception. Must be able to wear/use the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. Mental requirements include, but are not limited to, the ability to concentrate, take initiative, and to cope with stress, and repetitive tasks and be able to self-inspect and take responsibility for quality of own work Working at heights of 24 feet may be required. Must be able to operate Stand-up/Sit-down Forklifts Must be able to operate Order Picker/Joe/Wave Powered units If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day. 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