Material Handler

Primary Responsibilities

• Follows schedule / instructions for materials to be moved, where to move and how often
• Operates a powered industrial fork truck and other material handling equipment
• Safely moves materials using proper lifting attachments
• Operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products
• Loads and unloads materials on pallets in and out of warehouse racks in a safe manner
• Organizes and stores materials in an efficient manner, attaching identifying labels to materials
• Records all materials moved and shipments into Syteline/WMS using a barcode scanner
• Maintains production demands and inventory accuracy
• Assists Shipping/Receiving department in loading and unloading trucks
• Supports Warehouse 5S and PPI initiatives and/or programs
• Maintains clean and organized work areas and vehicles; completes 5S and/or Housekeeping daily shift checklists

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents and follow instructions
• Maintain a good driving record
• Work independently with little supervision
• Communicate effectively with workers and supervisor
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out complex multiple step instructions
• Deal with problems and non-standardized situations with multiple variables
• Prior experience operating powered industrial FL trucks, electric pallet jacks, hoists, Hi-Los, and/or other industrial lift and moving equipment
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record (preferred)
• Prior FL Truck Driving Experience (preferred)
• Prior warehouse experience (preferred)

Physical Demands

• Be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Regularly required to use hands and stand for long periods of time