Receiving Material Handler

Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION RECEIVING MATERIAL HANDLER Department: Warehouse Receiving Job Status: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Receiving Manager & Supervisor Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Positions Supervised: NA (Flexible OT and Weekend Availability) POSITION SUMMARY: The 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 merchandise Responsible for cleaning and organizing assigned areas to maintain organization of warehouse Receive all purchase orders in the warehouse using a forklift or proper equipment Responsible for loading and off-loading containers and assisting with checking inventory Responsible for lifting merchandise cases and setting them on pallets to put away on racks Responsible for hand stacking containers as needed to organize merchandise in warehouse Responsible for assisting drivers as needed to provide faster loading and off loading of trucks Responsible for cleaning and maintaining proper care of forklifts by checking water levels of batteries to preserve equipment life and prevent costly repairs Responsible for the documentation of purchase orders received to maintain accurate inventory Responsible for space control by moving items from one location to another to utilize maximum capacity of Warehouse Responsible for assisting and conducting inventory to maintain accurate merchandise quantities in system Loaded and unloaded merchandise from the replenishment warehouse. Perform other related warehouse duties when necessary MINIMUM 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 thoroughly Ability to learn how to use handheld devices (R F Smart) Ability to communicate effectively with others usingthe spoken word Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task Ability to work at a sustained pace, and produce quality work Ability to demonstrate conduct conforms to a set of values and accepted standards Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result Ability to decide the correct course of action when some choice can be made Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous Ability to be held accountable or answerable to one’s conduct Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations Ability to follow company procedures Physically fit, able to lift cases weighing up to 50lbs Ability to work overtime and weekends during busy season is a must Computer Skills: Keyboard or Computer Skills – Experience using handheld scanning devices (R F Smart) PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical Abilities Lift /Carry Stand 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) N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. #J-18808-Ljbffr