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JOB TITLE:  Material Handler  
JOB TYPE: Intermediate General Labor 
LOCATION: Hanover, Pennsylvania 

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, storing, picking and distributing material and products within the Warehouse. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

•    Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
•    Transports materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
•    Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
•    Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, or other stock items and distributes items to production areas.
•    Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets.
•    Marks materials with identifying information.
•    Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
•    Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
•    Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
•    Certified to drive material handling equipment. 
•    Transports stored items within the warehouse.
•    Loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product.  
•    Utilizes manual and automated material handling equipment.
•    Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection. 
•    Keeps work area clean and removes trash from work area floor. 
•    Stores supplies in designated areas. 
•    Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions.
•    Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identifies/reports defective equipment. 
•    Reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
•    Takes photos of incoming or outgoing load and log items and pictures for documentation.
•    Uses computer to enter records.
•    Where applicable, climbs and works at the heights of material tanks.
•    May climb on top or into tank trailers to check seals and take samples.
•    May prepare and takes a cycle count inventory of all merchandise; records count on cycle count sheets. 
•    Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
•    Mandatory overtime may be required.
•    May perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education: High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Experience: 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required. Previous experience with SAP or similar based WMS system; a minimum of 1 year experience in a warehouse position; previous forklift experience is preferred.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS

 
Sitting: Frequently
Driving: Frequently                
Standing: Frequently            
Walking: Frequently                
Using hands: Frequently     
Climbing: Occasionally    
Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally        
Talking/Hearing: Continuously            
Two Handed Carry: Occasionally    
Reaching: Continuously     
Pushing: Continuously            
Pulling: Continuously    
Overhead Work Standing: Occasionally     
Ladder Climbing: Frequently        

Repetitive Twisting Standing: Continuously    
Fine motor Skills/Manipulation: Continuously    
Bending: Continuously    
Vison (Far, Near, Peripheral, and Depth Perception): Continuously 
Follow Directions and Routines: Frequently 
Concentrate, Memorize, and Recall: Frequently 
Analyze Data: Seldom 
Problem Solving: Seldom 
Work Independently with Appropriate Judgment: Frequently   
Read, Write, Comprehend Numbers and Words: Frequently 

 
Lift/Carry/Push Weight:
Up to 10 lbs.: Continuously        
Up to 25 lbs.: Continuously        
Up to 50 lbs.: Occasionally
Up to 100 lbs.: Frequently (must be with assistance)         
More than 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never (must be with assistance) 

Where applicable, ability to climb into trailer & walk on uneven surfaces to gather samples: Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $22.50

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.