Material Handler

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The Material Handler – Shipping/Receiving performs all driving and related functions in the movement of materials necessary for the operation of the Materials departments. This role will be part of our 2nd Shift (2:30p - 11p) Team

What you will do for UGN:

• Perform pre-start checklist on forklift.


• Safe operation of industrial forklifts.


• Maintains cleanliness and operation of equipment.


• Maintain housekeeping in the warehouse, storage areas, and docks, removing and dumping trash or removing recyclables from these and manufacturing areas as necessary to maintain 5s plan.


• Effectively and efficiently move materials throughout the facility on a scheduled and as-needed basis.


• Other duties may be assigned.

Receiving

• Unload incoming trucks and validate the quantity of goods against the packing slip or invoice and create a discrepancy report as necessary.


• Verify incoming materials for correctness, quantity, and note any damage, and place materials in designated locations using the FIFO system.


• Using the FIFO system, supply manufacturing with raw materials and shipping containers as
  required to support production.


• Use RF Scanner

Shipping

• Load outgoing trucks to meet customer and UGN requirements.


• Using the FIFO system, stage orders to be shipped and verified.


• Unload customer returns and rejected materials in designated areas and notify Quality Control.


• Follow the proper shipping procedure for individual customers.

What you will bring to UGN:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 0-2 years of experience and/or training.


• Prior knowledge of Oracle password RF is preferred


• Forklift truck experience and certification (preferred).

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included, and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. UGN participates in E-Verify. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.