Material Handler I/II

GreenPoint Ag•Lenoir City, TN

28d•Onsite

About The Position

GreenPoint Ag is a farmer-owned, American-owned company. We're committed to farmers' success, because that's the only way we succeed. It's a responsibility we don't take lightly, and we look for employees who share this same commitment. If you share a passion for rural America and the farmers who are so vital to its health, then we'd like to talk with you. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace with the opportunity to challenge yourself in one of today's most vital industries. If you are a hardworking, passionate team player we would love to consider adding you to the GreenPoint Ag team. Our Opportunity We are looking for a Material Handler for our Ft. Loudon, TN location. If you foster a sense of purpose and well-being through connecting with farmers, GreenPoint Ag may be the employer for you. Summary/Objective Performs tasks essential to the wholesale warehouse operations. Coordinates inbound/outbound deliveries, packs and loads product using a forklift, cleans and organizes storage areas, assists with cycle counts, and maintains a safe, clean work area.

Requirements

Specific position/site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with Human Resources
High School graduate or GED; may be offset by experience
Experience working in a warehouse environment (e.g., product storage, product staging, etc.) preferred
Experience driving a forklift (e.g., performing basic operations such as driving forwards, driving backwards, lifting, and lowering boom, maneuvering in tight areas without damaging products, etc.) preferred
Experience working with racking systems and loading/unloading pallets (e.g., pulling and placing pallets on/off vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically, etc.)
Valid driver's license preferred; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review in accordance with Company policy
Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
Ability to ensure a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks
Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills (preferred)
Trained or be able to operate lift truck if required
Self-motivated and able to perform cleanup around the work area
Ability to communicate and work effectively with team members and customers
Applicants must also be able to demonstrate the following competencies: acts with integrity in products, processes, and relationships; delivers results efficiently & effectively; embraces role as an individual contributor to the warehouse team
Needs to stay in good physical condition to regularly lift more than 50 pounds, climb ladders, perform preventive maintenance activities, and assist other plant/warehouse workers in various physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location
Employee will regularly be required to walk, stand, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, handle, feel and grasp. Workload is frequently medium to heavy

Responsibilities

Performs regular warehouse duties, including product storage, product staging and bagging
Drives a forklift to transport inbound products for storage and outbound products for delivery
Organizes products in accordance with local procedures
Follows logical sequence of loading and unloading trucks and/or rail cars and hand palletizing finished product
Maintains a quality and professional image with customers and is responsive to their needs
Pulls orders in accordance with purchase order requests
Loads/unloads pallets (e.g., pulling and placing bags on pallets, operating bag machinery)
Cleans warehouse and site to ensure a welcoming environment, as well as safe, sanitary working conditions
Ensures equipment is in good, working condition; reports any discrepancies to site leadership; follows all safety regulations and guidelines
Assists other plant/warehouse workers in various physical duties necessary in running an agricultural location
Material Handler, Fertilizer Plant equipment maintenance and other associated duties