What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receiving Material Handler position at Carisam?
JOB DESCRIPTION
RECEIVING MATERIAL HANDLER
Department: Warehouse Receiving Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Receiving Manager & Supervisor
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Positions Supervised: NA
(Flexible OT and Weekend Availability)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Warehouse Receiver reports to the Receiving Manager & Supervisor. The responsibilities include off-loading of all containers and trailers. Responsible for moving all merchandise to the proper location once it’s been received. A flexible schedule is a MUST.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for reading purchase orders to verify sizes, quantities, vintage, and proof of merchandise.
- Responsible for labeling and placing merchandise on pallets before putting away to identify received merchandise
- Responsible for cleaning and organizing assigned areas to maintain organization of warehouse
- Receive all purchase orders in the warehouse using a forklift or proper equipment
- Responsible for loading and off-loading containers and assisting with checking inventory
- Responsible for lifting merchandise cases and setting them on pallets to put away on racks
- Responsible for hand stacking containers as needed to organize merchandise in warehouse
- Responsible for assisting drivers as needed to provide faster loading and off loading of trucks
- Responsible for cleaning and maintaining proper care of forklifts by checking water levels of batteries to preserve equipment life and prevent costly repairs
- Responsible for the documentation of purchase orders received to maintain accurate inventory
- Responsible for space control by moving items from one location to another to utilize maximum capacity of Warehouse
- Responsible for assisting and conducting inventory to maintain accurate merchandise quantities in system
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise from the replenishment warehouse.
- Perform other related warehouse duties when necessary
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED. A minimum of one year of warehouse experience or a combination of experience and education in a related field. 1 year of forklift experience is required and 1 year of stock picker experience preferred. Forklift certified.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
Ability to learn how to use handheld devices (R F Smart)
Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word
Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures
Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work
Ability to demonstrate conduct conforms to a set of values and accepted standards Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others
Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result
Ability to decide the correct course of action when some choice can be made
Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous
Ability to be held accountable or answerable to one’s conduct
Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations
Ability to follow company procedures
Physically fit, able to lift cases weighing up to 50lbs
Ability to work overtime and weekends during busy season is a must
Computer Skills:
Keyboard or Computer Skills – Experience using handheld scanning devices (R F Smart)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Abilities Lift /Carry
Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less C (Constantly)
Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs C (Constantly)
Sit C (Constantly) 21-50 lbs C (Constantly)
Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)
Reach Outward C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder C (Constantly)
Climb O (Occasionally)
Crawl O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel C (Constantly)
Bend C (Constantly)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs./day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception)
Sense of Sound (Sounds)
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as a Safety Harness
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Warehouse Climate – Exposure to heat and cold. This job requires working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.
Salary : $16