What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler - 1st and 3rd Shift Only position at Eastern Metal Supply?
1st and 3rd Shift Only ~ Purpose of position: Under general supervision, check, store and organize materials from the warehouse.
Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title:
- Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas
- Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, or product code
- Restock material in assigned bin location; or fill requisitions for materials and distribute items to designated delivery trucks
- Stack or assemble materials into bundles and band bundles together; package orders for shipping, pick up or truck delivery
- Measure, cut and package material
- Complete Material Movement paperwork
- Open boxes, crates, and other containers
- Examine stock for deterioration and defects, and reports findings
- Assist in counting of physical inventory
- Inspect Raymond forklift daily for damages and report findings
- Load and operate Raymond fork-lifts, load trucks for next day deliveries
- Keep warehouse and work area organized at all times
- Comply with Company and OSHA policies; participate in safety and accident preventative meetings
- Wear safety equipment at all times
- Perform facilities maintenance duties as needed
- Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
*** Stand Up Forklift Experience is a Plus.
Qualifications:
- Forklift experience a plus, but not necessary
- Basic math skills
- Read tape measure
- Must be able to work Monday-Friday
Physical Demands:
Lift and carry heavy material up to 50 lbs.; climb, crawl, and stoop to reach material; bend at the waist, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time; reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally
Why Join EMS?
At EMS, we believe in taking care of our team. That means providing more than just a paycheck-we offer support, benefits, career growth, and opportunities that help you thrive both on and off the clock.
Here are the highlights:
- Competitive wages, 7 paid holidays, and 13 PTO personal time off days
- Closed on Saturday and Sunday
- Weekly Pay
- Bonuses and Incentives
- $1,000 referral bonus program
- Opportunities for career advancement – we promote from within!
We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities.
We are a Drug free workplace.