Material Handler II

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

The Material Handler II is responsible for the loading, unloading or moving of materials within the storage facility. Utilizes forklifts, clamp, hand trucks, hoists, conveyors, or other handling equipment to move material to and from trucks and within the storage facility. Records flow information of materials and products and ensure accuracy. Performs various operations, including unloading, picking, packing, counting, and checking items to maintain inventory. May assist in the training of lower-level material handlers. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. May view or input information into a warehouse management system (WMS), enterprise resource system (ERP), or another database.

Responsibilities and Functions:

• Leads warehousingsafetycompliance bymaintainingconditionof work area (eg. free of trash, product incorrectlocation,etc.).accordingto companysafetypolicies andproceduresandencouragesotherassociatesto do thesame.
• Complete taskssuchasloading,unloading,sorting, picking,stocking,stagingand generalhandlingofgoods.
• Recives,counts, andrecordsshipmentdata.
• Matchespackinglist information toactualpackedmerchandise.
• Organizes,prepares, packs andunpackspackages/merchandise for storage.
• Organizes, packs,unpacksstock items,maintainingwarehouseasiles/rack/bin location planning concepts.
• Efficientlyoperatesforklifts,clamps,hand trucks orothermachineryinorderto complete tasks, and regularinspectionfor safeoperations.
• Makes goodjudgementpertainingtopalletizingandpreparinggoods.
• Patricipatesin system andprocessimplimentationand training.
• Useselectronicidentificationtools, scanners,stamps, tags orotherlabelingequipment.
• Supports internal audits.

• Interactswith theSupervisor and Managerto provide consultative support for business improvement initiatives.
• Directs the implementation of strategic business and/or operational plans, projects, programs and systems.
• Mentor the department staff as needed to develop the strength of the teams.
• Uses tools (eg. hand tools, packing, banding, computer and peripherals) as needed.
• Uses computer and peripherals for company related email, warehouse functions.
• Completes trainings and attends Company meetings as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• A key player in theCompany’ seffortstohaveindustry “goldstandard” fulfillmentratings.  
• Knowledge of the correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction.
• Seeksadviceandguidanceon non-routine orproblemareasfrom supervisor.Deviationsfrom thenormareclearedby thewarehousemanagement.  
• Exercisesjudgmentinaccordancewithwell - definedpolicies,procedures, techniques. Worktypicallydoesnotrequirereview of output by Supervisor or Manager.
• Keepssupervisorawareofsignificantissuesorconcernsidentifiedduringroutine activities.
• Attentiontodetail, good follow- throughandorganizationskills areparamount.
• Excellentcommunicationskills are imperative toensurequalityandefficiencieswithexternalandinternalcustomers.
• Reliable,flexible,proactive, team player andhighlymotivated.
• Abilityto workin adynamic,pressuredandever - changingenvironment.
• Knowledge of machines and tools.

Communications:

• Ensuresclear andtimelycommunication withindepartmentand with other departments to maximize quality, productivity and minimizedown time.
• Has a “service orientation” and acts as a problem solver and team player.
• Must have a strength in multi-tasking and creating solutions.
• Musthave good verbal communication skills.
• Keepsthemanagement team abreast of significant issues or developmentsidentifiedduring routine activities and actions being taken to improve the situation.
• Respects confidentiality of privileged information.

Education:

• Highschool diplomaor equivalent.
• Three (3) to five (5)years ofrelatedexperience.
• Specialized skills training/certification may berequired.

Personal Growth:

• Exercises tact and discretion in interpersonal contacts.
• Demonstrates commitment to continued personal and professional growth and development.
• Supports Company Values.

Physical Demands:

• Exposure tofactors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort. 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment.  
• Ability to stand for periods of time up to andexceeding8 hours.  
• Ability to make repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, bending, twisting, or squatting.