Material Handler 1 - Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY:

The Material Handler 1 (MH1) provides material handling support to Distribution Center operations through safe and accurate processing of all materials. This position reports to the Warehouse Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Providing material handling support by:

• Separating shoes per agency requirements.
• Separate and palletize Covered Electronics Waste (CEW).
• Conveyance of material to and from storage or work site to designated location.
• Load/unload material.
• Sorting of donated goods.
• Accurately complete, log and transmit all assigned work, including productivity logs, as directed.
• Operation of assigned material handling equipment.
• Performs equipment inspection as required by OSHA prior to using equipment, ensuring equipment is safe to operate, and deficiencies are communicated to the Warehouse Manager immediately.
• Observe direction of travel, pedestrian right of way, and intersection/corner etiquette by maintaining proper speed and awareness.
• Maintain positive and safe control of equipment at all times.
• Handling material according to trained safety specifications, preventing material damage.
• Regular attendance is required in order to meet the essential job functions.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

Performs duties as a backup Clerk Processor.

Performs all other duties as may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education Required: Elementary education.

Experience Required: None required, but experience in a retail or warehouse environment is highly desirable.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge Required:

• Ability to accurately read and write numbers in English.

Equipment Used: Time recorder, pre-crusher/compactor, baler, appliance trucks, hand trucks- manual, electric and gas.

SKILLS/APTITUDES/TEMPERAMENTS

• Effective time management skills
• Works well with others to deliver high performance results
• Ability to convey a positive image of the company in all actions and behaviors
• Ability to respond positively to supervision and feedback
• Ability to comprehend detailed and basic instructions
• Ability to work with diverse work group
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work in a variable climate environment
• Comfortable working under stressful, time sensitive situations
• Ability to respond to a variety of work assignments
• Reliable and consistent attendance

EMOTIONAL EFFORT

This position requires moderate emotional effort involved in interactions with co-workers and supervisors.

LICENSES/INSURANCE/TRANSPORTATION

N/A

JOB SETTING

Semi-severe environmental conditions ranging from 25 to 115 degrees. Warehouse setting: Must wear leather shoes that cover the ankle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to ambulate, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs., and have good hand/eye coordination. Good dexterity in upper extremities and upper torso.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of the management, formally and informally, either orally or in writing.