Material Handler 2nd

About the role

The Second Shift Material Handler is responsible for loading/unloading trucks, moving freight, scanning product, disposing of trash/cardboard, and handling furniture with care while following product respect procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks; move furniture using hand trucks, carts, or dollies.
• Scan product to and from carts, racks, and bays to ensure accurate inventory tracking.
• Push, pull, or lift product on and off lift truck carts.
• Stage and open product in delivery bays; inspect product condition.
• Blanket wrap furniture for transport or delivery; package wrap product for storage.
• Utilize foam packaging to secure fragile items during transport.
• Dispose of trash/cardboard; operate baler, compactor, vacuum, and scrubber to maintain a clean and organized distribution center.
• Arrive punctually and consistently for assigned shifts.
• Contribute to team efforts by performing related duties as needed.

Working Conditions

This is an onsite position operating in a professional warehouse environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment (scanners, computers, photocopiers, smartphones) as well as warehouse tools (dolly, hand trucks, baler, lift truck).

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
• Able to push, pull, and lift heavy or large objects for extended periods.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of warehouse logistics and basic computer skills.
• Highly motivated, dependable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing safety.
• Ability to be certified in lift truck battery maintenance.
• Ability to learn fabric/leather characteristics for protective applications.
• Ability to be trained in cardboard bale removal.