Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Job Title:Material Handler II

Location: 14201 Lochridge Blvd, Covington, GA, USA, 30014

Duration: 09 Months

Description:

· General Summary

· 8pm-6:30am Monday to Thursday.

· Must have crown high reach and or stock picker experience

· Must be able to do conversion factors, multiplying and division.

· HS diploma is not required

Material Handler II is responsible for the safe, accurate loading and unloading of product within the distribution center.

· The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive.

· The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position.

· Duties and Responsibilities

· Pallet/Case Picking

· Processing customer orders including but not limited to: scanning bar codes, picking and labeling boxes.

· Pick, pack and process orders.

· Processing orders through RF technology.

· Maintains an acceptable work area as outlined in SOP and work instructions.

· Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP.

· Complete all necessary RF device training to obtain the necessary profiles

· Responsible for accuracy verification and shipment packaging.

Pallet Build

· Palletizing to include scanning, retrieving and placing completed orders on pallets.

· Re-palletizing products for shipment.

· May be responsible for dock manifest duties which includes scanning completed pallets and running the shrink wrapper.

· May be required to transport pallets by MHE.

· Responsible for accuracy verification and shipment packaging.

Inbound/Outbound/Inventory Movement

· Inbound/Outbound shipments are to be loaded/unloaded utilizing the WMS.

· Ensure every effort is made to load/off-load pallets in a manner that promotes safety and impedes damages.

· Completes all assigned duties in a timely manner in accordance with department standards and following department procedures.

· May be responsible for operating the parcel manifest station.

· May be responsible for transportation documentation

· Maintains an acceptable work area as outlined in SOP and work instructions.

· Complete all necessary RF device training to obtain the necessary profiles

· Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP.

· Must follow all safety instructions to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.

· May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

· Required to maintain current status in C2C training modules.

· Responsible for accuracy verification and shipment packaging.

Material handling equipment

· Material handling equipment must be operated in a safe manner by designated associates only. All damage and/or maintenance issues must be reported immediately.

· Equipment must be kept neat and orderly in compliance with established procedures.

· Must be able to maintain equipment certification at all times.

Safety and Security

· Associates are responsible for performing their job activities in a safe and reasonable manner and in accordance with safety requirements.

· Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse and conduct all activities in a manner that promotes a safe environment.

· All injuries, accidents, unsafe acts, hazards or conditions must be reported immediately.

· Report any suspicious persons or activity.

Quality

· Understand organizational quality goals.

Sanitation and Housekeeping

· Maintain a clean and professional image.

· To ensure the cleanliness of the facility, follow guidelines as outlined.

· The associate must maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area at all times.

Hazmat Training

· This associate may be provided with Hazmat training to include general awareness, function specific, security awareness, security plan and safety training.

Cross-training

· Become knowledgeable with the responsibilities of the other warehouse positions. Assist as required. Act as back up at times of absence or vacation.

Job Requirements

· High School diploma, GED or 2 years of relevant experience required.

· Experience with MHE. Including but not limited to Order Pickers, Reach Trucks, Counter Balance (slip and clamp), and Dock Stocker.

· Must be able to obtain Forklift Certification to meet BD guidelines.

· Good verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment.

· Ability to read and interpret distribution documents.

· Ability to work well with others.

· Ability to work under minimal supervision.

· May be required to operate MHE and use Voice/RF scanner.

· Ability to perform/operate in a metrics-driven environment.

· Basic analytical, organizational and prioritization skills.

· General distribution knowledge.

· The position will almost always have exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment.

· Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation.

· Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical Demands

· The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (Per the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990).

· While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers.

· The associate may occasionally be required to climb.

· The job may require lifting up to 50lbs in some areas but not all.

· The position will almost always have exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person