Lead Material Handler

The Lead Material Handler is responsible for the accurate receiving, put away, picking, packing, and shipping of product.

• Loads, unloads, sorts, stages and transports product into and out of our Distribution Center
• Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other Material Handlers, Logistics Specialists, and Warehouse personnel in other branches in a safe, accurate and productive manner with little supervision
• Accepts, inspects, and signs for inbound merchandise as necessary
• Counts all products, compares to delivery document, and checks for damage
• Reports shortages, damages, and mis-shipments on appropriate forms and to the Buyers
• Efficiently picks internal and external customer orders for shipment, ensuring that the correct quantity and type of product is picked
• Assembles orders for shipment
• Carries or transports orders to shipping location or delivery platforms with material handling equipment
• Stencils, tags or marks orders as requested
• Properly secures loads, ensure loads are within weight limits and packaged securely to minimize damage during transport
• Ensures outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage
• Follows company quality guidelines
• Repacks and weighs any orders that require such handling
• Reports quality variances
• Conducts physical inventories and cycle counts as required
• Assists in resolving any cycle count/inventory discrepancies
• Maintains product locator system
• May help with light assembly and record storage
• Light assembly is defined as assembly of light mechanical, industrial, metallurgic, and electrical component parts or sub-assemblies that may require the use of hand tools
• Maintains a clean, neat and orderly work area
• Assists in maintaining the security of the warehouse
• Conducts operations in a manner that promotes safety
• Complies with OSHA and other appropriate standards
• Follows company safety policies and procedures and encourages other Material Handlers to do the same
• Safely operates forklift or other machinery in order to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting product
• Maintains equipment in a neat and clean fashion
• On a daily basis, inspects equipment that employee has been assigned
• Has a passion for quality and the accurate processing of product (both inbound and outbound) including maintaining inventory accuracy
• Makes suggestions for improvements and acts on them
• Works cooperatively and productively with Department Heads and other Associates in order to complete tasks
• Coordinates as necessary with other departments/functions, especially Customer Service, Transportation, Implementation and occasionally the customers themselves
• Arranges cartons on pallets keeping in mind size and characteristics (i.e., easily crushable, etc.) in mind. Performs labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed
• Works productively (i.e., receiving product, picking product, packing product etc. at or above the established rate) with little supervision
• Provides and inspires outstanding service to customers by maintaining attention to detail and completing assigned work in a timely manner
• Completes additional duties as assigned by Distribution/Branch Management

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Must be eighteen years of age or older
• Minimum 6 months experience in a Distribution or Fulfillment warehouse environment
• Attendance:
  Proven record of exceptional attendance and reliability
• Initiative:
  Ability to think and take constructive action at work without being urged; skill and ability in taking the lead in forwarding new ideas or work methods
• Safety Orientation:
  Demonstrates awareness of company safety policies and procedures; includes ability to identify and report safety hazards, and the ability to encourage others to work safely
• Adaptability/Flexibility:
  Ability to change or adapt work practices, priorities, or procedures or to reschedule activities in response to changing conditions or multiple work demands
• Teamwork & Attitude:
  Ability to work well with others in a group, cooperate with others, offer to help when needed, maintain a positive and collaborative attitude even in challenging situations, and foster a…