What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Merchants Metals LLC?
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The material handler position is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the warehouse/yard. This position is responsible for maintaining the production and distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory, delivering production materials and supplies, and staging finished products.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.
- Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
- Receive finished goods, inspect for damage, organize and accurately record inventory using production sheets or work tickets
- Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
- Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
- Operate industrial forklift and motorized pallet jacks in warehousing chain-link bales according to SKU numbers and material type
- Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
- Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
- Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use.
- Pull and prepare rolled/bundled fence product and load fencing rolls onto a flatbed truck for customers’ orders and shipping
- Follow established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment.
- Perform miscellaneous yard/warehouse duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1-year experience in construction labor, fence yard labor, or equivalent related field
- Successful completion of Forklift Safety Certification training
Benefits: We’ve got you covered.
Merchants Metals offers benefits that are specifically designed to fit your needs. We provide industry-leading coverage and benefits to our people and qualified family members, including:
· Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for Employees, Spouses, Dependents &/or entire Family at a very low cost
· Company Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
· Convenient 24/7 Doctor Visits through Live Health Online
· Legal Assistance via Legal Shield
· Employee Assistance Program and discounts.
· 401k Retirement Program with strong company match.
