Material Handler

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The Material Handler is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting product; accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the material handling equipment and will also be required to perform other warehouse duties as assigned by management.

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to proper storage location
• Inspect inbound shipments for quality, quantity, and accuracy
• Ensure product is received accurately into inventory management system
• Stack and store inventory in designated area
• Pull and prepare products for packing, prep materials into different configurations as needed for packing
• Perform picking duties in an efficient manner, meeting customer service standards
• Ensure that the exact number and type of product is picked
• Load outbound shipments safely and perform quality control to ensure accuracy
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods
• Maintain appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security
• Assist with physical inventories
• Complete cycle counts as requested
• Perform quality control inspections
• Make pick up or deliveries of materials as needed
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Maintain housekeeping in the warehouse and surrounding areas
• Personal accountability for care of equipment and inventory

• Must have knowledge of warehouse and production flow
• Must be organized and process driven
• Requires regular, reliable, and on-time attendance

• Able to lift 50-70 lbs
• Ability to bend, reach and stand for extended time periods
• Ability to work flexible schedule and assist all team members as needed

• Valid drivers’s license
• Minimum of 1-2 years forklift experience
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

• $18.00/hour
• 1st Shift
• Relaxed dress code
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Competitive benefit offerings, including; medical, dental, vision

Choose from three different major medical plans, accommodating all levels of employment and income.

We offer 100% employer match, up to 4% of your annual salary, and options for both pre-tax and Roth contributions.

Your eyes are taken care of too, with comprehensive vision plan coverage.

Stay active with our on-site workout facility.

Keep learning with the 20+ trainings we offer to all employees each quarter.

Get involved in a variety of wellness activities and social events, and grab lunch with scheduled on-site food trucks.

All eligible employees get a free $25,000 basic life insurance policy, and voluntary plans are available too.

Choose from our options for a medical and dependent care flexible spending account.

We make critical illness, accident and hospital plans available.

Any time you need it, you’ll have access to counseling and advice that’s 100% anonymous.

With our flexible workday schedule program, our team achieves a better work-life balance while maintaining our core business hours.

Eligible employees may choose to work remotely, up to two days per week, after initial training period ends.

Enjoy a flexible PTO plan and paid holidays, including a paid year-end closure.

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