Material Handler I (Mon-Fri 7:00am - 3:30pm)

The function of a Material Handler is to process parts through the organization both physically and through the WMS system of record. Material Handlers handle a variety of materials and products. Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signals machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks and loading docks. Keeps inventory, loading areas, and machinery clean.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Use hand truck, dollies or pallet jack equipment to move material or freight in the warehouse-storage facility.
• Two-man/ yard jobs support
• Unload merchandise or product as they get inbound
• Load merchandise or product that is being outbound
• Weight merchandise or product, get measurements(DIMS)
• Receive, unpack, check and verify merchandise or product, to ensure accuracy.
• Take Receiving Exceptions as needed
• Use handhelds RF tools to receive merchandise or product into WMS
• Conduct: stock checks, part number verification, Cycle Counts, support physical inventory
• Consolidate loads as required
• Pack, re-pack & wrap product for shipping
• Consolidate partial pallets into full pallets for location/inventory consolidation
• Label parts as needed during put away, picking or shipping process
• Pick parts for: order fulfillment, shipments, scrap request, etc.
• Pack & shrink wrap orders or outgoing shipments
• Strap pallets or boxes as needed
• Stage completed orders or shipments to staging area
• Ensure that orders and shipping material is accompanied with proper delivery documents: Revised BOL, Packing slip, Manual tag, etc.
• Inform lead/supervisor on a timely manner about OSD (Overages, shortages & damage) found while picking orders or shipments
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures and safety guidelines
• Complete paperwork thoroughly and promptly
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean & safe work environment
• Assist other team as needed
• Cross-train as needed to learn other warehouse functions
• May performs a variety of tasks related to warehousing
• Complete other duties as assigned

Abilities:

• Attention to detail
• Take ownership of assigned task and complete in a timely manner
• Integrity
• Demonstrate ability to interact well with others and follow instruction.
• Flexibility and ability to adjust to sudden changes in operational goals.
• Must be able to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, or reach with hands and arms, climb ladders, kneel, and crouch.
• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 lbs. unassisted while using safe lifting techniques.

Qualifications & Skills needed:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1- 2 years Warehouse and Logistics experience.
• Prior Forklift Certification, with 1- 2 years’ forklift experience.
• Customer and Quality focused.
• LEAN understanding with ability to fully execute 5S and 7S.
• Great communication skills.
• Understanding of logistics, shipping, receiving, and standard work instruction protocols
• Strong math and writing skills
• Detail oriented.
• Able to work independently.
• High sense of accuracy
• Assertive, able to meet high volume and demand.
• Basic Computer skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of Inventory control.
• Excellent time management.

RK Qualities

• Adherence to all RK Safety, Quality, ISO and HR policies and standards

RK Logistics Group will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if RK Logistics Group is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.

RK Logistics Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. In accordance with EEOC guidelines, we do not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. All employees have the right to work in an environment that respects their rights and protects them from retaliation for asserting those rights.