Material Handler

Job DetailsAbout UnitedUnited is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum. Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond.Want to get in on the fun…We'd love to have you!The Beer Material Handler Representative position requires an associate to use power equipment. The Beer Picker Support will appropriately handle all materials following company policies and procedures. Associates should be flexible to perform other functions such as beer quality control, dropping pallets for replenishment into primary beer locations, receiving, shipping and returns.QualificationsMust be 18 years or olderSix months of experience in a similar position preferredExperience in operating a pallet jack, forklift and other power equipment preferredResponsibilitiesPerform and submit a daily power equipment inspection. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient mannerReplenish product within a location using the Company's Technology and power equipmentScan and verify the quantity, size, and product type using the Company's technologyConduct basic warehouse procedures to transport, drop pallets and deliver items to internal customersResearches and reconciles picking errors or inaccuraciesTransport completed customer beer orders to the quality control area for accuracy verificationInsure all pallets are properly stacked, secured, and stableConduct operations and maintain the facility in a neat, clean, orderly, and safe mannerAssist in maintaining the security of the logisticsPerform other duties as assignedCompetenciesChangeProfessionalismCommunicationRelationshipsSelf-AwarenessDependabilityTime ManagementPositive attitudeFlexibilityResults drivenCritical SkillsStrong attention to detailAble to read, write, and perform basic math computationsAble to learn and use United technologyAble to learn and maintain knowledge of company and productsWorking knowledge of computerized hand-held devicesInventory ControlQuality ControlWorking ConditionsAble to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weatherAble to work occasionally in refrigerated areasAble to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels and some dust and fumes from power equipmentPhysical Requirements and Essential FunctionsRegular, reliable attendance requiredAble to frequently operate a pallet jack and/or forkliftAble to stand and walk, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feelAble to stack, unstack and relocate large amounts of product throughout the dayAble to perform greater than average lifting (up to 50 lbs) with some overhead lifting requiredMust have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision and the ability to judge distanceWe are a Drug Free WorkplaceAttention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance with an accommodation.