Seasonal 1st Shift Material Handler

About the role

The Material Handler may fulfill multiple roles in the Distribution Center environment to help process Inbound and/or Outbound freight accurately, timely, and safely.

Responsibilities

• Performs one or more functions in a Distribution Center environment associated with fulfilling orders for retail stores and/or other Distribution Centers, including Receiving, Labeling, Putaway, Order Picking, Slotting, Replenishment, eComm order fulfillment, Hybrid throwing, Loading, and other “specialty” roles requiring additional training/experience (e.g., Inventory Control).
• Utilizes manual and/or powered industrial equipment and/or RF guns to perform work tasks.
• Documents production log to include changes in assignments, downtime, meetings, etc., ensuring productivity records are accurate.
• Completes other assigned duties as needed.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills for certain roles.
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Basic math proficiency for certain roles.
• Good record-keeping skills with attention to detail for certain roles.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school education or equivalency preferred.
• Prior use of manual and/or powered industrial equipment preferred.
• Basic warehouse and/or Distribution Center knowledge recommended; demonstrated success working in a production environment is helpful.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds.
• Frequent pushing or pulling of material and/or equipment.
• Frequent standing when working and when driving powered industrial equipment.
• Frequent walking, primarily in the warehouse.
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Work Environment

• Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors/exits.
• Moderate noise level from DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment.
• Occasional vibration if/when operating powered industrial equipment.
• Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Telemedicine services.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Commuter benefits.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Various voluntary insurance options.
• Employee discounts and access to partner discount programs.

For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information, visit MIKBenefits.com.