DC Material Handler - 2nd Shift

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GENERAL SUMMARY
A DC Material Handler is responsible for manually moving and handling freight/merchandise within the Distribution Center. Routine duties performed by the DC Material Handler are done so without the assistance of technology.

 

 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Use proper lifting and operating procedures to manually lift, stack, and/or transport cartons using pallets, carts, and/or conveyors
*Assemble carton contents or build pallets, as shown on monitor if available, by identifying and matching like carton UPCs so outer labels are facing outwards
*Separate and organize freight by vendor name, purchase order, SKU and/or store number
*Safely utilize manually operated equipment (i.e. pallet jack, rolling conveyor, pick cart, totes, or hand truck) to transport cartons or other items by means of pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying
*Responsible for the proper handling and use of all Company owned property, tools, and equipment
*Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe work environment
*Conducts duties in compliance with OSHA safety standards and location specific policies, paying special attention to pedestrian/equipment traffic.
*Promote safety at all times and report safety violations to the appropriate DC Lead, Supervisor, and/or Area Manager.
*Communicates problems/concerns to the appropriate DC Lead, Supervisor, and/or Area Manager.
*Other duties as assigned by leadership, including those requiring the use of manual DC equipment, housekeeping tools, and/or manually moving product which the associate is trained and skilled to perform.
*Cross-train to perform one or more functions within multiple departments to assist within other areas based on the needs of the department, facility, and Company
*Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to support workload requirements
 
REQUIRED SKILLS:
*Frequent bending, lifting, walking, pushing, pulling of freight, standing for long periods of time
*Ability to read and recognize applicable numbers and directives, including safety rules, operating instructions, racking locations, and procedural documents
*Able to follow policies and procedures
*Ability to perform duties independently, and as part of a team, with minimal supervision or guidance
 

EXPERIENCE:
*One or more years of warehouse, distribution, logistics, or fulfillment experience helpful but not required
 

 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*Knowledgeable and skilled with using a RF scanner
*Use of non-motorized equipment used within the distribution center
*Prior knowledge of warehouse management system (WMS) functions
*Prior experience working within an automated conveyor-based operation
 
 
 
EDUCATION:
*High school diploma or equivalent.
 

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