Req-57396 Material Handler 3rd Shift (11pm-7am) (Open)

JOB TITLE:  Material Handler  
JOB TYPE: Intermediate General Labor 
LOCATION: Hanover, Pennsylvania 

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, storing, picking and distributing material and products within the Warehouse. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

•    Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
•    Transports materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
•    Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
•    Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, or other stock items and distributes items to production areas.
•    Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets.
•    Marks materials with identifying information.
•    Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
•    Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
•    Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
•    Certified to drive material handling equipment. 
•    Transports stored items within the warehouse.
•    Loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product.  
•    Utilizes manual and automated material handling equipment.
•    Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection. 
•    Keeps work area clean and removes trash from work area floor. 
•    Stores supplies in designated areas. 
•    Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions.
•    Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identifies/reports defective equipment. 
•    Reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
•    Takes photos of incoming or outgoing load and log items and pictures for documentation.
•    Uses computer to enter records.
•    Where applicable, climbs and works at the heights of material tanks.
•    May climb on top or into tank trailers to check seals and take samples.
•    May prepare and takes a cycle count inventory of all merchandise; records count on cycle count sheets. 
•    Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
•    Mandatory overtime may be required.
•    May perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education: High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Experience: 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required. Previous experience with SAP or similar based WMS system; a minimum of 1 year experience in a warehouse position; previous forklift experience is preferred.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS

 
Sitting: Frequently
Driving: Frequently                
Standing: Frequently            
Walking: Frequently                
Using hands: Frequently     
Climbing: Occasionally    
Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally        
Talking/Hearing: Continuously            
Two Handed Carry: Occasionally    
Reaching: Continuously     
Pushing: Continuously            
Pulling: Continuously    
Overhead Work Standing: Occasionally     
Ladder Climbing: Frequently        

Repetitive Twisting Standing: Continuously    
Fine motor Skills/Manipulation: Continuously    
Bending: Continuously    
Vison (Far, Near, Peripheral, and Depth Perception): Continuously 
Follow Directions and Routines: Frequently 
Concentrate, Memorize, and Recall: Frequently 
Analyze Data: Seldom 
Problem Solving: Seldom 
Work Independently with Appropriate Judgment: Frequently   
Read, Write, Comprehend Numbers and Words: Frequently 

 
Lift/Carry/Push Weight:
Up to 10 lbs.: Continuously        
Up to 25 lbs.: Continuously        
Up to 50 lbs.: Occasionally
Up to 100 lbs.: Frequently (must be with assistance)         
More than 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never (must be with assistance) 

Where applicable, ability to climb into trailer & walk on uneven surfaces to gather samples: Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $22.50