Material Handler

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Receiving - Material Handler position moves and stores materials, supplies, finished goods, etc. to designated departments or areas within the facility either manually, by hand truck, or by forklift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned)

• Performs various general warehouse/material handling duties within the facility including loading materials, supplies, or finished products using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Stacks skids, pallets or cartons in designated areas.
• Cleans up and disposes of scrap, cardboard and strapping, etc. in proper containers or designated areas.
• Uses simple hand tools such as pliers, hammers and screwdrivers, etc. to perform job duties.
• Completes required logs and records as required.
• Operates and uses all equipment following standard work instructions and operating procedures.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations.
• Exercises care and good judgment at all times to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, rules, and BRG Code of Conduct.
• Practices good housekeeping by keeping storage areas and aisles clean and accessible.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty and responsibility listed above. The job requirements and physical demands listed below are representative of the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability to perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Authorized to work in the U.S.

SKILLS

• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to effectively relate with others and cooperate as a team member.
• Ability to perform essential functions and responsibilities of the job with some supervision.
• Must be flexible.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one and small group situations within the organization.
• Ability to rely on judgment for personal safety regarding work.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Sufficient hand, eye, arm, and finger dexterity.
• Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas.
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking while also performing repetitive tasks.
• Prolonged periods of bending and/or twisting throughout a work shift.

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