COS Material Handler I

Johnstone Supply LLC•Miami Gardens, FL

12d

About The Position

The COS Material Handler I receives, fills, and ships products accurately and efficiently. The role ensures products are available for order fulfillment and required paperwork is completed. Depending on assignment, work may include receiving, order fulfillment, product picking, wrapping and packing, stock replenishment, customer will call, and inventory cycle counts. The position uses power equipment to move products to storage locations and fulfill orders, receives and inspects incoming shipments, verifies and labels products, prepares orders for shipment, and documents hazardous materials. The employee follows accuracy, efficiency, safety, and standard operating procedures; maintains equipment and a clean work area; keeps required certifications current; and communicates professionally with customers and coworkers. Other duties may be assigned. The job is performed in a warehouse setting, with employees working on a concrete floor for much of the day. The work involves frequent movement and handling of products, including lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds, with mechanical or team assistance for heavier items. If driving duties apply, the employee may sit for extended periods and experience bouncing and vibration.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, 0–1 year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Forklift certification, or willingness to obtain certification on the job.
Ability to read and perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to work safely, follow instructions and procedures, organize and prioritize work, attend to details, work with a team, and complete routine paperwork.
Ability to use necessary technology, including RF equipment and ERP software.
English proficiency, written and spoken, for safe and accurate communication and comprehension.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and maneuver large or heavy products or equipment within established safety guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a picker, forklift, RF scanner, and inventory management systems.
Knowledge of the HVAC wholesale industry, principles, and practices.
Previous experience with OSHA and safety regulations and procedures.
Multilingual skills are valued.

Responsibilities

Receive, fill, and ship products accurately and efficiently; keep products available for fulfillment and complete required paperwork.
Operate power equipment safely to locate, put away, stack, and move products to storage locations; replenish and organize stock and maintain control of reserve and will-call areas.
Receive products by unloading trucks using a forklift, pallet jack, electric pallet jack, or by hand.
Inspect incoming freight for damage, verify quantities and packing lists, sign freight bills, and complete paperwork for reimbursements or discrepancies.
Verify product barcode labels and readable Johnstone stock numbers by scanning products, printing labels, resolving discrepancies, and completing paperwork.
Pick and fill orders, pack items to minimize damage, enter items into a scan gun, and complete paperwork.
Label hazardous-material cartons correctly and complete required documentation.
Prepare orders for shipment by preparing trucks, palletizing and wrapping orders, loading trucks, placing packing lists in the last skid, and completing paperwork.
Meet accuracy and efficiency standards and follow standard operating procedures.
Participate in inventory cycle counts and related projects as assigned.
Maintain a safe work environment, follow safety rules, maintain equipment and a clean work area, and promptly report safety or maintenance concerns.
Wear protective equipment according to company procedures and access Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) when needed.
Maintain required hazardous materials, forklift, and other internal or external certifications.
Communicate professionally and treat customers and coworkers helpfully and courteously.
Perform other duties as assigned and provide services as needed to support company endeavors.

Benefits

Competitive wage.
Competitive paid time off (PTO).
Safe Harbor 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting.
Holiday pay for 7.5 holidays per year.
Paid parental bonding time.
Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
Voluntary long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
24/7 access to virtual care and telehealth options.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Wellbeing program with opportunity to earn reduced medical costs.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral bonus program.
Employee service milestone recognition program.