Warehouse Materials Handler II

Compensation

$21.75

THIS IS FOR M-F in FULFILLMENT; THIS ROLE DOES REQUIRE OPERATION OF REACH TRUCK

The Warehouse Materials Handler II position assists warehouse operations by inspecting, receiving, storing, and distributing materials. They also maintain an organized and clean work area.

• Performs random and initial inspections on incoming material by following the Incoming Inspection Process
• Receives material into designated locations within the warehouse using the computer or WMS scanner.
• Uses the inventory control system to receive, transfer, and manage materials.
• Operate forklifts to move material up to (and possibly exceeding) 2000 lbs, as well as operating forklifts to provide material to production areas.
• Maintains the cleanliness of warehouse storage areas including loading docks and outdoor storage areas.
• Assists in the disposal of waste material created by the production process.
• Prepares outgoing shipments by using protective material such as pallet stretch-wrapping, pallet banding, edge protectors, and other protective material.
• Organizes the material within the warehouse storage areas in a way that benefits the production teams.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to operate forklifts.
• Ability to operate pallet stretch-wrapping machine.
• Ability to operate cardboard baling machine.
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
• Experience in reporting on key Inventory Control metrics
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP software
• Outstanding communication ability
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach
• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean Concepts, preferred.

Physical activities may occasionally include:

• Remaining in stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.
• The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions with no effective protection from weather.

Physical activities may constantly include:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.

Environmental Conditions may occasionally include:

• Noisy open office environment
• The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions with no effective protection from weather.

This full-time position is expected to work approximately 30-40 hours per week. This is a good faith estimate, and actual hours may vary based on business needs.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Earn a Mattress
• Purple Swag
• Amazing Purple Products

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.