Material Handler III

CMA CGM • Zane Township, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions, operating in 170+ countries with over 110,000 employees across 1,500 sites. The company is a Top 5 global 3PL, valuing its diverse, global team and fostering personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement. Employees are encouraged to co-create value with customers in contract logistics and various transport services. The Material Handler III role involves overseeing loading/unloading of freight, contributing to safe and efficient warehouse operations, leading lower-level Freight Handlers, and performing manual loading and unloading using equipment like pallet jacks, hand trucks, or forklifts. The role also includes general labor and warehouse maintenance, taking charge of the assigned receiving area, and knowing proper locations and receiving processes for all accounts. The position requires a passion for warehouse logistics and organization, and the ability to lead others in a clean and efficient warehouse environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum three years related experience
• Minimum six months supervisory experience
• Forklift Driver Certification
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Ability to drive and/or operate heavy equipment
• Ability to operate forklift, hand truck and pallet jack
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs and requests for service and assistance
• Ability to command and control workflow processes
• Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documentation
• Ability to distribute work assignments, provide direction and train employees
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two years industry experience
• Valid state issued driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times.
• Distribute work assignments, provide direction and train assigned team.
• Oversee responsibility for at least one major account and be effectively cross trained on all others to fill in as necessary.
• Manage cargo from incoming trucks by removing from truck by hand or using manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack, or by using forklift.
• Verify and note the count and condition of cargo received, knowing when to refuse or accept with notation.
• Record receipts to appropriate forms and/or log books.
• Verify proper documentation is attached and resolve discrepancies.
• Operate vehicle to transport materials to and from specified destinations in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform all forklift requirements, including heavy and oversized pieces.
• Develop load plans for trucks and containers, and anticipate equipment needs for a shipment.
• Sort cargo received by account or intended location and store in proper location.
• Ensure that freight is labeled accurately to destination.
• Oversee the special handling requirements and necessary documentation related to special cargo, including hazardous or sensitive materials.
• Assume light packing duties and assist in export boxing area when needed.
• Lead lower level assigned Freight Handlers and perform manual loading and unloading of freight with the use of a pallet jack, hand truck or forklift, and perform general labor, and warehouse maintenance.
• Take full charge of the assigned receiving area.
• Know the proper location and receiving process for all accounts.
• Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands
• Pet insurance
• Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans
• Company contribution to health savings account
• Prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance plan
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance
• AD&D coverage
• Buy-up short- and long-term disability
• Critical illness
• Identify theft & legal plan
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees