Material Handler I (CLS) (1st Shift) - Willoughby OH at APL Logistics Americas in Willoughby, Ohio

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION



Overview:


The Material Handler I locates and loads by hand and with non motorized equipment customer product onto/from pallets, trays racks and shelves; counts, weighs and records number of units of materials handled; completes specialized order processing for loading by stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling and consolidating as required on order; prepares trailers prior to loading product by inspecting and cleaning as needed to ensure product preservation; assists in building and grounds maintenance; assists in physical inventories.



RESPONSIBILITIES



Responsibilities:



This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:


Pulling Orders

• Accurately locate and load, by hand and with non motorized equipment, customer product onto/from pallets, trays, racks and shelves according to established procedures and safety regulations.


• Count, weigh and record number of units of materials handled on daily production sheet.


• Complete specialized order processing for loading by stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling and consolidating as required on order.

Loading & Unloading

• Remove samples of materials, label with identifying information and take them to a laboratory for analysis before loading.


• Load picked orders according to specifications and sequence on the customer-generated Loading Diagram or instructions, completing appropriate paperwork including Bill of Lading, Pick Report, Trailer Audit and Lot Verification.


• Unload, move, stack and stage customer products and materials by hand and with non motorized equipment, keeping appropriate records and reports.

Operating & Maintenance - Equipment and Grounds

• Daily inspect, repair, or make adjustments before operating tow-motor vehicles, following safety and maintenance instructions.


• Prepare trailers prior to loading product by inspecting and cleaning as needed to ensure product preservation.


• Assists in building and grounds maintenance to ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean, neat, safe and orderly manner.

Reports

• Complete activity and statistical reports as assigned by supervisor.


• Assist in physical inventories, ensuring facility and contents are secure.

Miscellaneous

• Provide other services such as housekeeping activities, assembling crates to contain products and/or moving loose materials to containers as directed by supervisor.


• Participates in all Safety and 5S requirements

Key Results:

• Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model for operational efficiency to improve business process, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination.


• Apply the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility.


• Position requires the incumbent's performance to meet and occasionally exceed standards as set by the company for safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity and customer services.

QUALIFICATIONS



Qualifications:

• Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures


• Ability to operate non-motorized equipment, conveyor systems, Warehouse Management Systems, Packing material systems


• Ability to write legibly


• Must have basic math skills


• Must have attention to detail


• Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner


• Language skills - English


• Must be a Team Player

Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of distribution and warehousing preferred


• Teamwork - showing a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.


• Respect - extending dignity and respect to all people.


• Integrity - fostering trust and a positive work environment.


• Innovation - bringing creativity to the workplace.


• Customer Focus - achieving Company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus.

The hourly wage for this position is $17.62.



Candidates are eligible for the following benefits:



• PTO
• 6 days sick time
• 8 paid holidays
• 1 paid "Personal Holiday"
• Company Bonus Plan
• 401(K) SAVE Plan
• Annual Fixed Contribution
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage
• Voluntary Benefits
• Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Referral Program Apply Now