Material Handler; 2nd Shift - Lewisville TX

overview

the material handler locates and loads by hand and with non-motorized equipment customer product onto/from pallets, trays, racks and shelves; counts, weighs and records number of units of materials handled; completes specialized order processing for loading by stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling and consolidating as required on order; prepares trailers prior to loading product by inspecting and cleaning as needed to ensure product preservation;

assists in building and grounds maintenance; assists in physical inventories.

this position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• pulling orders: accurately locate and load, by hand and with non motorized equipment, customer product onto/from pallets, trays, racks and shelves according to established procedures and safety regulations.
• count, weigh and record number of units of materials handled on daily production sheet.
• complete specialized order processing for loading by stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling and consolidating as required on order.

• loading & unloading: remove samples of materials, label with identifying information and take them to a laboratory for analysis before loading.
• load picked orders according to specifications and sequence on the customer-generated loading diagram or instructions, completing appropriate paperwork including bill of lading, pick report, trailer audit and lot verification.
• unload, move, stack and stage customer products and materials by hand and with non motorized equipment, keeping appropriate records and reports.

• operating & maintenance - equipment and grounds: daily inspect, repair, or make adjustments before operating tow-motor vehicles, following safety and maintenance instructions.
• prepare trailers prior to loading product by inspecting and cleaning as needed to ensure product preservation.
• assist in building and grounds maintenance to ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean, neat, safe and orderly manner.

• reports: complete activity and statistical reports as assigned by supervisor.
• assist in physical inventories, ensuring facility and contents are secure.

• miscellaneous: provide other services such as housekeeping activities, assembling crates to contain products and/or moving loose materials to containers as directed by supervisor.
• participates in all safety and 5s requirements.

• apply the apl logistics continuous improvement (aci) model for operational efficiency to improve business process, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination.
• apply the 5s lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility.
• position requires the incumbent’s performance to meet and occasionally exceed standards as set by the company for safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity and customer services.

• 1-2 years warehouse or related work experience
• ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures
• ability to operate non-motorized equipment, conveyor systems, warehouse management systems, packing material systems
• ability to write legibly
• must have basic math skills
• must have attention to detail
• ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner
• language skills - english
• must be a team player

• additional knowledge, skills & abilities: knowledge of distribution and warehousing preferred
• teamwork — showing a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• respect — extending dignity and respect to all people.
• integrity — fostering trust and a positive work environment.
• innovation — bringing creativity to the workplace.
• customer focus — achieving company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus.

the hourly wage for this position is $21.00, plus shift differential.

• pto
• 6 days sick time
• 8 paid holidays
• 1 paid "personal holiday"
• company bonus plan
• 401(k) save plan
• annual fixed contribution
• medical, dental, vision, and life & disability coverage
• voluntary benefits
• accident/critical illness/hospital indemnity benefits
• tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
• employee…