Material Handler
J&L Building Materials · Lansdowne, PA · 2 mo ago
On-siteManufacturing$18.5/hrFull-time
About the role
We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to apply for our current Material Handler opening at our Yeadon branch.
Responsibilities
- Always provide a high level of customer satisfaction and service.
- Accurately fill customer requests for materials, both in-person and in preparation for on-site deliveries.
- Operate forklift trucks to load, unload, or transport materials, as well as perform pre-operational checks and change liquified gas tanks.
- Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to size, type, style, color, or product code, and ensure that they are properly accounted for, stored, and rotated.
- Complete all paperwork in an accurate and prompt manner.
- Maintain safe and efficient warehouse operations and product handling by following all instructions and safety requirements.
- Actively take part in physical inventories and cycle counts, emphasizing product identification and accuracy.
- Demonstrate proper care and maintenance of company equipment and vehicles.
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Be on time, present, and ready to work for at least 40 scheduled hours per week during core business hours (6:30 AM – 4:30 PM) and available for Saturday shifts (6:30 AM – 12:00 PM) once training is fully completed.
- Demonstrate punctuality and reliability in attendance.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- MATERIAL HANDLER BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), at least one year related warehouse experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to lift 100 pounds.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, customer tickets, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- MATERIAL HANDLER PREferred QUALIFICATIONS: Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate and follow procedures, Exceptional customer service skills, Proficiency with basic math skills, Ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift, and possess a safe driving record.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity.
- Closed vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Frequent reaching, lifting, and carrying.
- Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
- Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.
- The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.