As a Material Handler in the Shipping Department, you will be responsible for preparing materials for shipment and ensuring products are properly packaged, handled, and loaded for safe and on-time delivery. This position plays an important role in supporting daily shipping operations and maintaining a safe, organized work environment.
Essential Responsibilities
Package and prepare materials for shipment according to shipping requirements.
Load and unload trucks using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment.
Verify materials, quantities, and shipping documentation before loading.
Secure and protect materials to prevent damage during transportation.
Operate forklifts, cranes, and other equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures.
Assist with staging materials and organizing the shipping area.
Ensure skids and materials are properly identified, weighed, and positioned for shipment.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety and PPE requirements.
Communicate with drivers and the Shipping/Logistics team to ensure shipments are loaded correctly.
Perform other material-handling and shipping duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma
Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing atmosphere.
Ability to learn computer systems, databases and a variety of software programs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
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Ability to walk, stand and be physically active for extended periods of time.
Fluent in English and capable of communicating with co-workers.
Preferred Qualifications
Forklift experience preferred.
Previous experience in an Industrial or Warehouse setting
Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements
Ability to multi-task with attention to detail.
Capable of maintaining an organized work area.
Must be self-motivated and proactive.
Willing to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, and weekends as needed.
Working Conditions
Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection at times, safety harnesses/ fall protection equipment as required).
Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders continuously and / or scissor lifts while performing overhead work.
Working at heights usually no higher than 10 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment.
Physical Requirements
Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders
Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction
Continuous standing and walking
Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.
Frequent use of hand tools and power tools
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