The Lead Material Handler is responsible for the accurate receiving, put away, picking, packing, and shipping of product.

Key Responsibilities

- Loads, unloads, sorts, stages and transports product into and out of our Distribution Center
- Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other Material Handlers, Logistics Specialists, and Warehouse personnel in other branches in a safe, accurate and productive manner with little supervision
- Accepts, inspects, and signs for inbound merchandise as necessary
- Counts all products, compares to delivery document, and checks for damage
- Reports shortages, damages, and mis-shipments on appropriate forms and to the Buyers
- Efficiently picks internal and external customer orders for shipment, ensuring that the correct quantity and type of product is picked
- Assembles orders for shipment
- Carries or transports orders to shipping location or delivery platforms with material handling equipment
- Stencils, tags or marks orders as requested
- Properly secures loads, ensure loads are within weight limits and packaged securely to minimize damage during transport
- Ensures outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage
- Follows company quality guidelines
- Repacks and weighs any orders that require such handling
- Reports quality variances
- Conducts physical inventories and cycle counts as required
- Assists in resolving any cycle count/inventory discrepancies
- Maintains product locator system
- May help with light assembly and record storage
- Light assembly is defined as assembly of light mechanical, industrial, metallurgic, and electrical component parts or sub-assemblies that may require the use of hand tools
- Maintains a clean, neat and orderly work area
- Assists in maintaining the security of the warehouse
- Conducts operations in a manner that promotes safety
- Complies with OSHA and other appropriate standards




- Follows company safety policies and procedures and encourages other Material Handlers to do the same
- Safely operates forklift or other machinery in order to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting product
- Maintains equipment in a neat and clean fashion
- On a daily basis, inspects equipment that employee has been assigned
- Has a passion for quality and the accurate processing of product (both inbound and outbound) including maintaining inventory accuracy
- Makes suggestions for improvements and acts on them
- Works cooperatively and productively with Department Heads and other Associates in order to complete tasks
- Coordinates as necessary with other departments/functions, especially Customer Service, Transportation, Implementation and occasionally the customers themselves
- Arranges cartons on pallets keeping in mind size and characteristics (i.e., easily crushable, etc.) in mind. Performs labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed
- Works productively (i.e., receiving product, picking product, packing product etc. at or above the established rate) with little supervision
- Provides and inspires outstanding service to customers by maintaining attention to detail and completing assigned work in a timely manner
- Completes additional duties as assigned by Distribution/Branch Management

Requirements

- A high school diploma or equivalent is required
- Must be eighteen years of age or older
- Minimum 6 months experience in a Distribution or Fulfillment warehouse environment
- Attendance: Proven record of exceptional attendance and reliability




- Initiative: Ability to think and take constructive action at work without being urged; skill and ability in taking the lead in forwarding new ideas or work methods
- Safety Orientation: Demonstrates awareness of company safety policies and procedures; includes ability to identify and report safety hazards, and the ability to encourage others to work safely
- Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to change or adapt work practices, priorities, or procedures or to reschedule activities in response to changing conditions or multiple work demands
- Teamwork & Attitude: Ability to work well with others in a group, cooperate with others, offer to help when needed, maintain a positive and team-oriented attitude even in challenging situations, and foster a team climate within the group where members are committed to a common goal
- Problem Solving: Using a systematic and effective approach in analyzing information in order to come up with valuable business solutions to problems
- Knowing the Business: Maintains a high level of knowledge of Distribution Center operations, products, etc
- Makes an effort to understand our customer, in particular Jobsite and Branch operations that we ship to daily
- Understands company’s values and culture. Understands the impact of inventory accuracy on costs and profits
- Foundational Skills: Ability to understand written material and ability to write using correct spelling and punctuation; ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using fractions or decimals
- Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment
- Ability to operate office equipment including computers and determine accuracy of work
- Ability to interact with co-workers and participate in meetings
- Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance)

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