What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler & Warehouse Assistant position at ELCCO?
Material Handler & Warehouse Assistant
Primary Function
The Material Handler is responsible for maintaining the flow of materials from the vendors and suppliers to the jobsite in a systematic and predictable fashion. Should be proactive in keeping field personnel out of the warehouse through coordination and delivering material to the jobsite when cost effective.Accountabilities
- Unloads and stores materials, tools, and equipment after delivery to jobsite whenever practical.
- Communicate and coordinate with field personnel, purchaser, and warehouse manager for required material, tools and equipment.
- Delivery of required material, tools, and equipment to job sites.
- Handles all returns or shipments of materials, tools, and equipment out of the office/warehouse.
- Receives, inspects, and tracks Material, Tools and Equipment received at the warehouse or jobsites.
- Updates the status of material deliveries to the Purchaser and Foreman.
- Disposal of recycling material (plastic, cans, copper wire) and general office trash.
- Maintains compliance with all OSHA, Company, and Customer-specific safety requirements.
- Operate material handling equipment (i.e. forklifts, hand trucks etc.).
- Maintains tools and equipment. Organize material, tools and equipment for storage in warehouse in a neat and orderly way.
- Works with the field and prefab manager as needed.
- Assists in keeping the warehouse neat and orderly, this includes sweeping and rubbish removal, etc.
- Performs other duties as required and assigned by Warehouse Manager, Warehouse Personnel, Purchasing Manager and/or Operations Manager.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Familiarity with various electrical materials and nomenclature related to materials.
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Able to safely and efficiently use basic hand and power tools.
- Able to safely and efficiently operate forklifts, all terrain lifts, and company vehicles.
Role Competencies
- Teamwork
- Productivity
- Accountable
- Strong Communication
ELCCO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.
