Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

RECEIVING MATERIAL HANDLER

Department: Warehouse Receiving Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Warehouse Manager & Supervisor

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Positions Supervised: NA

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Warehouse Receiver reports to the Warehouse 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for reading purchase orders to ascertain sizes and quantities 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
• 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.

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