Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY:  Picks and packs orders for shipping to customers and receives and stocks inventory. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs all aspects of packing orders:
  • Box assembly
  • Filling box with items per order, scanning each item into system for accuracy
  • Fill with protective packing materials if necessary
  • Seal and label box for shipping
  • Ensures accurate preparation of packages as required by various hazardous material regulations.
  • Use scanner/computer/printer for processing shipments
    
    
• Performs all aspects of picking orders:
  • Per the order, locate the item on a shelf, scan item, and pull for packing
  • Picking items may require the use of a cart or pallet jack
  • Use hand-held scanner for scanning items and locations
    
    
• Performs all aspects of receiving items into warehouse:
  • Match receiving ticket with order and check to see if all items have arrived.
  • Produce labels for each item and label accordingly.
  • Scan item into system, and put in the warehouse location on shelf, etc.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with periodic cycle counting of warehouse inventory.
• Assists with cleaning of warehouse, and keeping it organized.
• Complies with all Company policies (i.e. personnel, safety, etc.).
• Performs other duties as assigned. (Such duties may or may not be essential functions of the job.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Basic math skills
• Ability to read
• Ability to understand and read written procedures and policies, etc.
• Ability to transport packages up to 70 pounds frequently each day
• Ability to operate a pallet jack
• Good Communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Attention to Detail
• Basic computer experience required
• Fork-lift certification a plus

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position works indoors in a temperature controlled environment. It requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, and the ability to transport up to 70 pounds and operate a pallet jack.

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Must have good math skills
• Must pay close attention to detail
• This position has a predictable work schedule
• This position has frequent deadlines
• This position works closely with others and requires good communication and interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position has moderate noise levels and chemical exposure. Certain tasks require the use of safety glasses.