What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at AG Growth International Inc.?
Position Title: Material Handler
Division: AGI Grand Island Warehouse
Location: 2809 East Highway 30, Grand Island, NE 68801
About AGI
AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 4,200 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.
The Opportunity
This role will report to the Branch Manager and be responsible for the preparation and shipment of agricultural related products, receiving and stocking warehouse inventory and merchandise.
Responsibilities
- Utilize written sales orders to prepare and package shipments, including pulling inventory from Warehouse shelving, racking, or outdoor stock lot
- Prepare shipping documents per the details on the order, as well as create shipping labels and/or load manifests
- Prepare shipment quotations and estimates
- Receive shipments from vendors and suppliers and document incoming product
- Assist and work closely with the branch Inventory Support Associate to process incoming shipments to include: boxing, wrapping, bagging parts, and/or stocking parts onto shelving and racking
- Assist Inventory Support Associate with inventory audits and cycle counts
- Re-box/re-crate products as needed
- Refurbish damaged or aged products when possible (report product that is not compliant)
- Keep work environment in a safe, clean, organized, and orderly fashion
- Assist with ordering/restocking packaging and departmental materials/supplies
- Assist the Assembly department if daily duties are completed (when directed by the Branch Manager)
- On occasion, fill in as the backup delivery driver and make deliveries using a 32' gooseneck, as well as assembled product such as augers, conveyors, and other miscellaneous agricultural equipment.
- Perform additional related duties as requested or required
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
What We Are Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required. General knowledge of warehouse operations preferred.
- Mechanically inclination
- Manufacturing/ production experience is required
- Previous LTL or small package/parcel shipping experience preferred
- Knowledge of DOT guidelines and how they apply to the position is preferred
- 1-3 years forklift experience and prior certification is preferred
- Experience pulling trailers will be an asset
- Personal computer skills: Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel
- Strong mathematical aptitude and analytical skills
- Communicate effectively both verbally and written
- Interpersonal skills including effective communication and comprehension
- Able to work efficiently and accurately at a fast pace
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Able to multitask while maintaining high attention to detail
- Willingness to learn new tasks and skills
- Strong hand-eye coordination and hand dexterity
AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.
