Material Handler/Driver

Position Summary:
The Material Handler/Driver ensures customer satisfaction by accurately processing orders, shipping, receiving, and handling intra-company transfers, as well as conducting inventory counts. This position also serves as a backup to the driver position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a forklift, two-wheel hand cart, and scales.


• Retrieve stock to fulfill orders.


• Check outgoing and incoming shipments for accuracy.


• Check orders for accuracy.


• Inspect goods for defects and report damaged or defective material/product to the supervisor or sales staff; no damaged product will be sent out.


• Place compiled/completed orders in the appropriate designated areas.


• Monitor the movement and progress of orders to ensure timely delivery.


• Order picking, packing, wrapping, labeling products, and shrink-wrapping orders that are palletized according to a standard operating procedure, making a note to follow any special instructions on orders with customer-specific requests.


• Keep the work area clean, safe, organized, and maintained by following the 6 S's (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety).


• Load finished products/orders onto trucks. Transport stock from storage to the warehouse or where needed. Load or unload material inbound or outbound.


• Open bales, crates, and other containers.


• Assist in counting physical inventory.


• Wear the proper safety equipment and always abide by safety rules.


• Make customer deliveries as needed to back up the driver position

Education and Experience Required:

• HS Diploma or GED Equivalent from an accredited institution


• Previous 1-2 years of warehouse experience required


• Valid Driver's License in good standing


• TWIC Card Certification

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Previous experience operating warehouse equipment and successful completion of a forklift training program


• Effective written and verbal communication skills


• Strong organizational skills & Mathematical skills


• High level of accuracy and attention to detail


• Knowledgeable in TFI/OSHA Safety Requirements

Physical Requirements: Qualified applicants must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, 4+ hours per shift


• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environments


• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift


• Must be able to bend and crawl for 4+ hours per shift


• Must be able to crouch, kneel, and stoop for 4+ hours per shift


• Must be able to climb ladders for 4+ hours per shift


• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for 6+ hours per shift


• Must be able to perform simple grasping, push, pull, perform fine manipulation, and feel for 6+ hours per shift


• Must be able to operate foot pedals for 4+ hours per shift


• Must be able to make fine distinctions in sound, express and exchange written or spoken words, and distinguish objects and equipment visually