Material Handler IV

About the role

This position provides for the efficient handling and movement of materials to and from designated areas in the facility as may be required for processing of product. The Material Handler IV (MDHIV) is responsible for picking books for customer orders using RF (radio frequency) hand-held computer devices, placing selected books into appropriate containers, stocking and shelving inventory, scanning materials via hand-held RF device, researching and correcting stocking errors, entering information into computer systems, capturing images of materials, and stripping materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Pick books for customer orders using RF hand-held computer devices.
• Place selected books into or onto appropriate container.
• Stock and shelve inventory for future orders.
• Scan materials via hand-held RF device.
• Research and correct stocking errors as needed.
• Enter information into computer system as necessary for order fulfillment in SCS and Oracle and processing of appropriate labels and stickers.
• Capture images of materials to assist in proper processing of materials.
• Strip materials in order to re-process materials according to requirements.
• Maintain safe, clean and organized work areas, emptying trash cans and sweeping floors, as needed.
• Perform other duties of equal or lesser classification irrespective of required change in department, hours (including mandatory overtime) or work conditions as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to use a pallet jack and forklift.
• Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Flexible to make appropriate decisions regarding safety in handling materials and responsive to changing work environments.
• Ability to work/communicate effectively and respectfully with co-workers and to adhere to Brodart rules, policies and standards of conduct.
• Must be able to work in a production environment that may be subject to varied temperatures and other conditions, such as noise (conveyor) and dust.
• Must be able to stand/walk for 8 hour shifts and possess the ability to frequently bend and lift 40 lbs and up to 70 lbs occasionally and push book trucks weighing several hundred pounds.

Benefits

This position is subject to scheduled overtime which may be required based on production needs.