Material Handler

Job Description

Material Handler

Purpose:

To detail specific tasks and responsibilities for the position of Material Handler in order to enable the holder to perform his/her job safely, effectively, and efficiently.

Scope:
This document applies from date of hire through training and serves as a reference for the Material Handler for tasks to be completed. It is not all‑inclusive.

• Ensure safety of yourself, co‑workers, and the environment by identifying and reporting safety concerns.
• Maintain zero waste, zero litter and participate in the recycling program.
• Ensure quality of all processes and products, and report all quality concerns to supervisor or quality technician.
• Engage actively in safety and quality programs and maintain a safe and friendly work environment.
• Follow all ISO, GMP, and Food Safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain a clean working area in all material handler areas.
• Assist in breaking down empty gaylords, maintain baler, assist in maintaining silos and cleaning.
• Report damages and unsafe conditions.
• Assist other material handlers as needed or directed by Warehouse Manager.

• Perform as defined in WOODWI-00202.
• Perform other functions as necessary or as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining silos and cleaning, report damages and unsafe conditions.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co‑workers.
• Moderate organizational skills, including ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Read Standard English text for requirements on packlist.
• Communicate with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands.
• Use simple math to add, subtract, multiply, and divide for material calculations.
• Make appropriate job decisions following standard policies and past precedents.
• Verbal communication adequate to use a radio or paging system to contact other co‑workers.
• Recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate action.
• Stand and walk minimum of 7 hours during an 8‑hour shift.
• Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warnings, alarms, and horns on forklift.
• Proficient skill in JDE.
• Lift, push, and pull loads of no more than 35 lbs. without the use of an assisting device.
• Safely operate a forklift in high‑traffic, low‑clearance areas while not posing a safety risk to others.
• Climb ladders and steps safely without assistance.

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees, may vary by location.
• Company‑paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location.
• Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement, dependent upon approval.
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).

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