Material Handler(Night Shift)

The material handler is responsible for distributing the necessary materials to the appropriate locations, i.e. customers, vendors and drivers. This may include pulling inventory and moving stock and other materials to fulfill orders, and unloading product deliveries by pulling them off of trucks and putting them on shelves.

Essential functions

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and products.
• Move materials to and from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and manufacturing areas.
• Identify and label materials, and record their locations in the warehouse/on the shelves to maintain inventory.
• Inspect product and sanitize and get ready for sale.
• Prepare finished products for shipment by identifying their location, then pulling, packing, and loading them.
• Perform and report cycle counts.
• Accompany drivers to make deliveries and pickups to customers, stores, and vendors.
• Comply with all warehouse safety rules and guidelines
• Operate trucks, forklifts, and other equipment to move freight
• Complete a forklift inspection as outlined on the forklift Inspection checklist.
• Responsible for ensuring all areas of the Distribution Center are clean and organized and product is safely and securely stored.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company's discretion.

Competencies

• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask
• Team player who works together with multiple teams to create effective solutions.
• Attention to detail and problem solving
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook,

• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Ability to work independently.

Supervisory responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to supervise a team, participate in their professional development, conduct performance reviews and goal setting

• May train, and manage subordinate staff.

Work environment

• Typical office environment with standard equipment and tasks.
• Position requires work at a computer/video display terminal and desk for extensive periods of time.

• Must Be Willing to Work Overtime, Holidays and Rotating Shifts.

Physical demands

• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required for this position this position.
• Requires regular twisting/turning/squatting/bending/reaching/lifting and prolonged periods at a stationary/mobile work station.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person.

Sit ‘n Sleep will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to Sit ‘n Sleep. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations should submit a written request may contact the Human Resources Department via email at hr@sitnsleep.com or via telephone at 310-608-6838.

Travel required

• No travel required

Required education and experience

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Prior experience working in a warehouse setting or in logistics; experience in operating material handling equipment preferred (order picker, forklift driver, receiving clerk, quality inspection, inventory control etc.)
• Preferred experience driving cherry picker forklift
• Preferred experience with RF scanners
• Must be able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized with attention to details
• Must have excellent customer service skills
• Ability to read, write and to follow instructions, and work independently with little guidance
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend and to lift heavy materials (50 pounds).
• Ability to operate computers and relevant warehouse management computer software.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including holidays, nights, overtime and weekends.

Training Requirements

• Must be able to become Forklift Certified within the first 30 days of employment

Work authorization requirements

Sit ‘n Sleep participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program.

Affirmative Action (AA)/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Sit ‘n Sleep is an AA/ EEO employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or a related medical condition), disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military leave or service, status as a disabled veteran or other covered veteran status, participation in EEO protected activity, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis of one or more of the foregoing.

Other duties

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.

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