Warehouse Material Handler

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Operations - Material Handler I FLSA: Non - Exempt

JOB CODE: 20180103 STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Greer, South Carolina GRADE:

SUPERVISOR: Inbound or Outbound Manager

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Visual Comfort & Co. We are the industry’s leading resource for decorative and architectural lighting, as well as ceiling fans. Our extensive product assortment is available in every style, for every application, and fits every budget.

Our family of brands include Visual Comfort - the premier resource for signature designer lighting; Tech Lighting - the leading brand for modern decorative and specification grade, architectural lighting; Generation Lighting - combining legacy collections along with a new generation of well-known, leading designers that offers lighting at an outstanding value; and Monte Carlo - specializing in trend- inspired ceiling fan designs.

SUMMARY:
The Material Handler duties include, but are not limited to, shipping, receiving, cycle counting, picking, packing, and/or checking material in the warehouse. This role demands attention to detail and the ability to visibly notice small differences in item numbers.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Related Experience: A minimum of 6 months to 1 year of full-time industry experience in a warehouse, distribution center, order fulfillment center, logistics, supply chain operations or manufacturing environment. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be accepted.

Must exhibit the ability to read, write, understand and speak English.

HOURS:
Typically, Monday through Friday, full-time work hours with possible flexible work patterns as designated by the Supervisor and/or
Manager. Availability before or after designated work hours and/or weekends may be required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

• Ability to operate manual pallet jack.
• Ability to utilize a handheld scanner.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with other team members, as well as internal and external customers.
• Capacity to utilize effective time management skills and be able to work under the stress of multiple deadlines, requests from other departments and interruptions with accuracy.
• Ability to follow directions and communicate in English verbally and in writing and to read and understand materials printed in English.
• Capacity to be self-motivated and achieve goals with minimal supervision or direction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Receiving:

• Receives product deliveries.
• Unload shipping containers.
• Scan and stock product accurately, timely, and neatly in its primary location.
• Utilize handheld scanner.

Material Handler I

08/24/2022

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (CONTINUED):
Picking:

• Ensure picking accuracy and quantity rate is maintained at established standard.
• Communicate picking work order issues (out of stock, location) to Material Admins.

Cycle Counting

• Complete assigned cycle counts, physical inventories, random or receipt audits and reconciliations.
• Research and reconcile inventory discrepancies.

Checking:

• Evaluates all shipping material for inaccuracies against pick ticket.
• Responsible for completing clerical tasks such as labeling and tagging boxes to prepare for shipment.

Packing:

• Packs items quickly and properly within the established time limit and standard.
• Operates machines and equipment to assists in packing process.

All Employees:

• Adheres to all safety, OSHA guidelines, work rules and policies and focuses daily on housekeeping inside and outside of the facility.
• Must be present in the workplace and demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality and adherence to agreed-upon schedule as determined by Manager.
• Supports, exhibits and adheres to the VCC Core Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Use of computer to print labels and investigate discrepancies in the WMS.
• Conduct basic inspection, labelling and wrapping of VCC material in conjunction with the quality assurance department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Lifting: frequently Bending: occasionally
Sitting: rarely Crouching: occasionally
Standing: constantly Handling: constantly
Climbing: constantly- 12ft Strength: heavy (up to 0-50 lbs.)
Kneeling: occasionally Stooping: frequently
Reaching: constantly Crawling: occasionally
Walking: constantly Manual Dexterity: constantly

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS:
Must exhibit cognitive abilities to:

• Solve problems by collaborating with Team Members and management.
• Focus on critical tasks as directed by the Manager.
• Respect the requirements and deadlines of others.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• General work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment, climate-controlled warehouse environment with fluorescent lighting.
• Workspace is shared with forklifts.
• Exposure to noise, or equipment operation in work areas.
• Infrequent exposure to cleaning and building materials.

Material Handler I

08/24/2022

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
During employment team members are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and efforts of working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change, e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological development, etc.

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Team Member Signature Date

Material Handler I

08/24/2022

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• Under 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person