What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at American Greetings?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Material Handler position is responsible for efficiently handling materials coming from other departments and outside Suppliers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Material Handler position is responsible for efficiently handling materials coming from other departments and outside Suppliers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be proficient and knowledgeable about safely operating an electric pallet jack, stand-up reach truck, clamp truck and sit-down swing reach truck.
- Complete a daily safety/maintenance checklist on the material handling equipment at the beginning of each shift. Ensure all safety equipment and devices are in place and working properly.
- Safely operate all material handling equipment within the plant to prevent damage or personal injury.
- Unload inbound trucks, warehouse materials, supply production lines, and load outbound shipments.
- Utilize safety precautions and guidelines to ensure each trailer is safe to load/unload.
- Properly unitize and mark materials.
- Load various pallets to maximize trailer utilization while minimizing transit damage.
- Complete all paperwork associated with the movement of materials with accuracy and efficiency.
- Will us an RF Scanner to load, unload, and moving items within the warehouse.
- Maintain accurate inventory of all materials; perform daily cycle counts.
- Assist in other areas as needed to maintain a tram approach.
- Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
- Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Overtime is required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience Required:
Required Length & Type of Experience:
A minimum of two years forklift experience
Experience with inventory systems and scanners preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively
Basic math skills
Ability to read and interpret work documents
A minimum of two years forklift experience
Experience with inventory systems and scanners preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively
Basic math skills
Ability to read and interpret work documents
Education Required:
High school diploma or GED minimum.