Material Handler I

Responsibilities

• Verifies that items have been received correctly by matching product description, quantity, packaging unit, and expiration date (where applicable) on the putaway document or RF device with the product received.
• Breaks down products received into correct selling units and puts products into correct stocking location, as noted on the putaway document or RF device.
• Notes discrepancies and marks products for review by department team lead or supervisor as appropriate.
• Ensures items with expiration dates have stock rotated accordingly.
• Must learn to utilize RF technology.
• If products or inventory are damaged, brings to designated damaged area in Inventory Control or calls the spill team as appropriate.
• Will be trained in various distribution functions such as Receiving and Picking.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.
• Meets company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in compliance with Company policies and procedures, including Worldwide Business Standards.
• Adheres to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

Requirements

• Good reading, writing, math, and computer skills.
• Good communication (written/verbal) skills.
• Detail-oriented and accountable for making accurate decisions under set guidelines.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, work under stress, and handle multiple assignments.
• Ability to read fine print and differentiate products with similar characteristics (size, color, vendor code).
• Knowledge of basic warehousing operations preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or comparable work experience.

Physical Demands

• Lift, carry, or move products up to:
  • 0-25 lbs – Continuously
  • 25-50 lbs – Infrequently
• Pushing/pulling: uses hand jack; 25 lbs of force is needed.
• Gripping and fine hand manipulation: Continuously
• Twist/bending: Frequently
• Squatting: Frequently
• Kneeling: Frequently
• Reaching overhead: Occasionally
• Climbing ladders/stepstools: Occasionally
• Walk/stand on concrete: Continuously
• Use of Put away/Replenishment cart: Occasionally
• Utilizes hand tools such as utility knife, pallet jack, RF device, and tape gun.
• Continuous work in a temperature-controlled building.
• May be exposed to dust occasionally.
• Work in a cold environment occasionally.