Material Handler II

$45,760 - $49,920/Yr

Covenant Logistics Co Ltd - Hamilton Township, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Hamilton Township, NJ

About the position

The Material Handler II position is responsible for efficiently moving goods within a warehouse or distribution center using forklifts and other lifting equipment. This role is crucial for maintaining productivity standards by supplying production areas with necessary products and managing the removal of finished goods. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and effective communication with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all equipment safety policies and procedures when operating the lift
• Stack freight in a methodical and organized manner according to set safety and quality standards
• Plan the efficient movement of freight in a timely manner based on layout and volume for assigned work
• Inspect and operate forklift equipment
• Perform tasks associated with moving goods from point to point
• Supply production areas with product or remove finished goods to a warehouse storage area
• Monitor product quality frequently, reporting problems to mitigate issues
• Sort and process materials as designated
• Pack and fill boxes or pallets in an organized manner according to weight restrictions
• Record, document, and file materials as directed to maintain organization and inventory accuracy
• Assemble orders from stock and place orders on pallets or shelves, or relocate orders to a holding area or shipping department
• Maintain baseline productivity goals on a daily basis
• Provide timely feedback to management on fulfillment issues, inventory discrepancies, or safety issues
• Operate an RF device
• Assist with Inventory Control team as needed
• Ensure quality compliance and maintain 5S standards and housekeeping
• Cross-train on other warehouse job functions as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2 to 3 years of warehouse experience required
• Prior forklift operation experience required
• Ability to complete forklift training provided by the industry with annual updates and retraining
• Ability to operate material lifts as directed by a supervisor
• Ability to perform work in a highly organized and color-coded environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with associates at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work without supervision
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Ability to read labels and numbers
• Ability to operate in a high-speed and fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow instructions as directed by the supervisor

Nice-to-haves

• Leadership experience
• WMS or RF Unit system experience

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Adoption assistance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Full health benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Short & Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off including Holidays, Birthday, Wellness Day, Vacation & Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Cultural perks such as Casual Dress