Material Handling Specialist

Material Handler II

A Material Handler II operates various Light Industrial vehicles and/or RF devices to perform material handling assignments such as picking bulk orders, loading/unloading, and shipping/receiving of merchandise.

Essential Job Functions

1. Operate powered light industrial trucks to move product to and from designated areas in the warehouse
2. Follow daily procedures & protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
3. Review orders and place them within the appropriate areas as directed by the vehicle mounted computer manifest.
4. Conduct preventative maintenance checks before each use and fill out the inspection card.
5. Perform general housekeeping duties i.e. removal of empty skids and stacking thereof in designated area.
6. At the end of the day return equipment to correct charging station and prepare for daily overnight charge.
7. Follow all safety regulations required by OSHA and Company.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High School or equivalent
• Experience: 1 -4 years experience operating Light Industrial equipment.
• Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.: Certification on: Electric Jack, sitdown forklift, and/or Order Picker and/or Reach. Experience with WMS a plus.
• Working Conditions: Distribution Center. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach, pull and push for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Other Skills/Abilities: Ability to satisfactorily complete Equipment driving training program. Must be able to listen and communicate effectively and have the ability to follow specific instructions. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given.

About Lifetime Brands Lifetime Brands is a leading global provider of kitchenware, tableware and other products used in the home. We offer brands you trust, value without compromise and an unwavering commitment to innovation. Our products make it easier for you to prepare food, serve meals, entertain guests, and decorate your home. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Eligibility in the Company's 401K plan, after 90 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (vacation/sick) - accrual of 15 days per calendar year for non-warehouse positions; accrual of 10 days per calendar year for hourly based warehouse positions
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Product Discounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer Opportunities- 4 hours of paid optional volunteer time (annually)
• Seattle, WA based employees are provided with commute trip reduction incentives
• Benefits are offered to employees who work 30 hours or more

In addition to the above, we offer voluntary benefits. Lifetime Brands, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.