The Material Handler will be a part of the shipping and receiving team, able to execute all shipping activities and cross-function to receiving as needed. Direct interface with customers, carriers, AMZ drivers and internal team members will be a constant need of this position to achieve our Mission of providing world class metal finishing services, ensuring delivery to our customers when they want it, where they want it and how they want it. This role will be fast-paced with continuous interruption and change, needing the right applicant to possess excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills. The Material Handler will strategically plan and manage truck routes, driver schedules, and inter-facility needs on a daily basis. Strong phone skills and experience in positive negotiation are a must.

Functions / Responsibilities

• Strategize and plan AMZ truck driver routes on a daily basis
• Schedule driver work hours on a weekly basis
• Prepare and execute daily shipments via AMZ, UPS, Fed-Ex, Common Carriers and others
• Evaluate multiple options for all shipping activities
• Coordinate internal material movement from warehouse receipts to production line staging, working directly with material handler
• Complete all required documents, internal and external, with the highest quality and zero defects
• Communicate via face or phone daily with scheduling, production and inter-facility teams to achieve daily shipping needs
• Notify customers of completed orders, confirming ship method
• Utilize AMZ internal database to track and verify all shipments
• Attend and participate in daily scheduling / production meeting(s)
• Manage all vehicle repair and inspection needs, to include material handling equipment
• Receive and identify incoming receipts from customers and carriers
• Manage and maintain inventory of shipping and receiving supplies

Other Functions

• Operate a sit-down forklift
• Assemble job packets for receiving and contract review
• Mask parts
• Pack parts
• Tag or identify entered work with labeling and internal traveler
• Drop parts off at carrier locations as needed
• Enter new work into AMZ internal database

List of Critical skills/behaviors/competencies

• Ability to prioritize workload effectively to achieve superior customer service
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, pressured environment with professional poise and demeanor
• Effective communication via 1) Face 2) Phone 3) Email to internal and external customers
• Excellent organization skills
• At a minimum, intermediate ability in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access
• Detail focused
• Team oriented
• Positive, professional attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Other Critical skills/behaviors/competencies

• Safety - Number ONE priority. Expected to perform every duty in a safe manner as well as ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Excellent Attendance – On time and at work on all scheduled work days.
• Pride in work area and maintaining good housekeeping practices.
• Ability to speak, read and write English language.
• Able to lift a maximum of 50 pounds unassisted.
• Standing, stooping, bending and reaching overhead.
• Forklift experience required.