What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Britten, Inc.?
Description
Britten, Inc. is a veteran-owned (VOSB), creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make our customers stand out in a crowd. For 35 years, we’ve leveraged our state-of-the art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, we build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper.
Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio known as Britten seeks talented individuals to join our team. We’ve built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch. Our people make that possible, individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile on projects they touch. Click here to learn more about Britten, Inc. www.britteninc.com
What We Seek...
We are looking for an individual who is motivated and hardworking to handle our incoming materials for the production process, as well as processing outgoing shipments. This person is responsible for ensuring all materials are properly received and physically located within the facility. This is a key member of the production team who is focused on knowing the status of all materials coming in and all jobs that are currently in process.
Job Summary and Job Functions
- Support the Production Team to ensure proper inventory levels are established, adjusted, and maintained
- Receive/unload all incoming materials
- Inspect all incoming shipments for issues
- Maintain clean and organized warehouse and material storage areas
- Stock incoming parts/materials
- Assist the Accounting and Materials Manager with the order receiving process, including shipment receiving status, invoice/pack slip reconciliation, and paperwork collection
- Assist with completing monthly inventory count
- Perform counts, as necessary, and adjust inventory
- Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- Previous material handling experience preferred
- Obtain a Chauffeur’s License and MDOT Road Certification to operate the company’s box truck for deliveries
- Basic understanding of personal computers
- Previous warehouse experience is a plus
- Quick reaction times to short deadlines.
- Knowledge and understanding of material transactions and storage processes
- Clean driving record as defined by Britten’s insurance policy
- Must be able to keep up with a fast-paced environment
- Ability to problem solve where there is not a standard process
- Able to operate and maintain a forklift license
- Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time
- Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips
- Visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
- Subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout to be heard above the ambient noise level
- Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
- Atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation
Compensation and Benefits
A competitive hourly rate and/or salary is being offered, and a full benefits package for all full-time positions. Benefits Package Highlights:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage options
- 401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (Full-time employees)
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance company provided
- Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies). Company-provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities
Britten, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law. Britten, Inc. is a drug free employer.
