Material Handler

POSITION SUMMARY:

The material handler/driver is the back up truck driverfor thr plant. This position is also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the warehouse/yard. The material handler/driver is responsible for maintaining the production and distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory, delivering production materials and supplies, and staging finished products. The material handler/driver will load customer trucks, operate forklifts, while communicating and interacting with customers.

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.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent

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.