Material Handler I

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Basic Function:

The Material Handler I is responsible for ensuring all daily outbound shipment requirements are completed timely and that all vital documentation is filled out accurately and completely to meet shipment requirements. 

Importance of This Position:

Successful performance of these job duties significantly impacts the timeliness and quality of customer shipments. The ability to reduce costs in scrap activities gives to the overall corporate cost-saving initiative.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports the daily management of all outbound shipments to maintain timely deliveries to all destinations. 

• Assists in the coordination of deliveries of material from outside warehouses.

• Observe all LEAN and 5S initiatives and related procedures within the distribution environment

Qualifications:

To thrive in this job, an individual must show strength in carrying out all crucial job responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Should have the ability to prioritize daily work activities to ensure shipment requirements are aligned and accomplished.

• Should effectively convey requirements to vendors, marketing, and customer service through both verbal and written communication.

• Build good working relationships with suppliers and external departments.

Education and Experience:

• One to two years of related training and/or experience in order picking, shipping, inventory control and distribution or receiving-related business operations is ideal for this position. 
• Minimum of a high-school certificate is required, and college degreed persons will be considered for this position.

Reasoning:

Must be able to work and reason in a fast-paced, deadline-based environment with a high degree of accuracy and accomplishment. Extra hours may be required to stay until all daily shipment paperwork is completed, especially at the quarter-end of each accounting period.

Other Knowledge:

Requires good oral and written presentation skills to communicate ideas and procedures to management and peers. Good interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Oracle E1 applications is a plus. Valid Power Lift Equipment License, WHMIS and IATA certification is a requirement.

Physical Requirements:

While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. They may need to lift boxes weighing up to 30 lbs and spend considerable time at a computer keyboard, composing receiving paperwork, spreadsheets, and handling e-mail. This position requires standing for 8 hours during a 10-hour shift. Operating power lift equipment to move material throughout the warehouse is required. The ability to pick orders in multiple temperatures is essential, ranging from ambient, 2-4 degrees Celsius, and minus 20 degrees Celsius

Working Environment:

The work environment qualities outlined here reflect what an employee can expect when fulfilling the critical responsibilities of this position. Individuals may request accommodations to facilitate their participation