Receiving Material Handler

Warehouse Receiving Material HandlerThe Warehouse Receiver reports to the Receiving Manager & Supervisor. The responsibilities include off-loading of all containers and trailers. Responsible for moving all merchandise to the proper location once it's been received. A flexible schedule is a MUST.Essential Functions:Responsible for reading purchase orders to verify sizes, quantities, vintage, and proof of merchandise.Responsible for labeling and placing merchandise on pallets before putting away to identify received merchandiseResponsible for cleaning and organizing assigned areas to maintain organization of warehouseReceive all purchase orders in the warehouse using a forklift or proper equipmentResponsible for loading and off-loading containers and assisting with checking inventoryResponsible for lifting merchandise cases and setting them on pallets to put away on racksResponsible for hand stacking containers as needed to organize merchandise in warehouseResponsible for assisting drivers as needed to provide faster loading and off loading of trucksResponsible for cleaning and maintaining proper care of forklifts by checking water levels of batteries to preserve equipment life and prevent costly repairsResponsible for the documentation of purchase orders received to maintain accurate inventoryResponsible for space control by moving items from one location to another to utilize maximum capacity of WarehouseResponsible for assisting and conducting inventory to maintain accurate merchandise quantities in systemLoaded and unloaded merchandise from the replenishment warehouse.Perform other related warehouse duties when necessaryMinimum Requirements:High School Diploma or GED. A minimum of one year of warehouse experience or a combination of experience and education in a related field. 1 year of forklift experience is required and 1 year of stock picker experience preferred. Forklift certified.Skills & Abilities:Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughlyAbility to learn how to use handheld devices (R F Smart)Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken wordAbility to take care of the customers' needs while following company proceduresAbility to pay attention to the minute details of a project or taskAbility to work at a sustained pace and produce quality workAbility to demonstrate conduct conforms to a set of values and accepted standards Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward othersAbility to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined resultAbility to decide the correct course of action when some choice can be madeAbility to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuousAbility to be held accountable or answerable to one's conductAbility to complete assigned tasks under stressful situationsAbility to follow company proceduresPhysically fit, able to lift cases weighing up to 50lbsAbility to work overtime and weekends during busy season is a mustComputer Skills:Keyboard or Computer Skills – Experience using handheld scanning devices (R F Smart)Physical Demands:Physical Abilities Lift /CarryStand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less C (Constantly)Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs C (Constantly)Sit C (Constantly) 21-50 lbs C (Constantly)Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)Reach Outward C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs O (Occasionally)Reach Above Shoulder C (Constantly)Climb O (Occasionally)Crawl O (Occasionally)Squat or Kneel C (Constantly)Bend C (Constantly)Other Physical RequirementsVision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception)Sense of Sound (Sounds)Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as a Safety HarnessWork Environment:Warehouse Climate – Exposure to heat and cold. This job requires working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.