Materials Handler

Description

Material Handler responsibilities include:

Organizing and monitoring inventory

Loading and unloading packages

Documenting orders

Job brief

We are looking for a Material Handler to help organize our storage areas and maintain our inventory. Your job will be to prepare and fulfil orders fast and correctly so we can provide high-quality customer service.

What is a material handler?

Material Handlers are integral warehouse workers. The main material handler duties revolve around placing incoming orders on shelves and picking merchandise according to specific customer requirements. As a Material Handler, you’ll also monitor inventory and communicate any shortages.

Key Material Handler skills

You should have great attention to detail to maintain accurate records. Some physical strength is required since you may often need to lift packages by hand. If you’re also reliable and fast on your feet, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

Check incoming deliveries to make sure all ordered material meets quality standards

Load and unload packages

Organize stock in the most efficient way using forklifts, pallets, cranes etc.

Receive and check incoming pick tickets

Pull material to fulfil orders properly

Wrap orders and place them on trucks for delivery

Monitor inventory levels and suggest new orders when needed

Document orders, materials and any stock movements

Qualifications

Requirements and skills

Proven experience as a Material Handler, Warehouse Associate or similar position

Familiarity with voice picking systems or RF devices is a plus

Experience in using warehouse equipment (e.g. forklifts, pallet jacks)

Strong communication skills

Dexterity and attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to meet the physical demands of the job

License to operate forklifts

Availability to occasionally work overtime

High school diploma