MATERIAL HANDLER

Chapin International, Inc.•Danville, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler performs material-handling duties in a facility, manually or using a forklift. The work includes loading and unloading trucks and containers, handling skids and packages, and other duties as assigned. The role requires accurate use of a computer and stock locator system, careful recordkeeping, and the ability to read work orders and related paperwork. It is physical, fast-paced work requiring lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling, as well as adherence to safety standards and good housekeeping practices.

Requirements

Be detail oriented and committed to following established procedures.
Operate a computer with a high degree of accuracy.
Have good math skills and keep accurate records.
Be able to read work orders, pick slips, requisitions, memos, and other paperwork.
Be able to lift and bend, including while unloading containers.
Be able to lift, lower, push, and pull packages weighing 25–35 pounds, with some weighing up to 70 pounds.
Have or be able to obtain a company tow motor license.
Be able to move skids of material using hand pallet trucks when necessary.
Work well with others.
Commit to following safety standards and maintaining good housekeeping.

Responsibilities

Perform material-handling duties manually or using a forklift.
Load and unload trucks and containers.
Use the stock locator system and operate a computer accurately.
Keep accurate records and read work orders, pick slips, requisitions, memos, and other paperwork.
Move skids of material with hand pallet trucks when necessary.
Floor-load trucks as needed.
Follow safety standards and maintain good housekeeping.
Perform other duties as assigned.