Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Material Handler is responsible for keeping products neatly packaged, wrapped/palletized and labeled correctly. This position is responsible for ensuring that all products are stored in the warehouse according to the customer specifications. The Material Handler is responsible for keeping warehouse clean, neat and orderly.  Additionally, this position inspects forklifts to verify that they are in proper working condition. 

KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Responsible for placing product in designated rows in warehouse neatly, evenly and accurately 

Supply production area with needed raw materials 

Assist in moving product into the print room when needed 

Knowledgeable in operating stretch wrap/shrink wrap machine 

Ensure labeling and packaging are correct prior to moving product into warehouse 

Communicate with shipping and production supervisors daily 

Knowledge of proper loading procedures to assist loaders when needed 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.  Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES 

High school diploma or General Education degree (GED); vocational school; demonstrated mechanical ability 

Two or more years related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.  

Good hand-eye coordination is essential.  

The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  

Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds. Required to regularly push or pull a pallet jack with 1500 pounds load.  

Frequently exposed to fumes, or airborne particles.  

Will work near moving mechanical parts, and occasionally in outside weather conditions. 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES 

Previous production experience a plus but not required 

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