Material Handler

Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee•Camden, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring for a full-time Material Handler to join the Operations Department at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. For nearly 50 years, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee has dedicated itself to nourishing and empowering their neighbors so they can thrive. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Second Harvest implements sustainable solutions to food insecurity through a strategically selected network of more than 600 partners across 46 counties in Middle and West Tennessee. Our partners include food pantries, congregate meal sites, shelters, childcare facilities, senior centers, group homes, and youth enrichment programs. For more information about Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, its mission, and programs, please visit secondharvestmidtn.org.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
Experience with ride-on powered material handling equipment such as electric pallet jack and walkie-stacker preferred.
Reach truck experience required.
Operates power material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
Productive within warehouse environment that is climate controlled with seasonally ranging temperatures (warm in summer and cold in winter) and approximately 30% of day spent in freezer and cooler cold food storage zones.
Fulfills physical demands of warehouse responsibilities, including consistently lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects 25-50 pounds.
Collaborates with the team, listens, and asks questions to effectively learn new tasks and continually develop skillset.
Strong performers are cross trained in all duties, are adaptable and flexible to meet changing work demands.
Consistent, dependable, and reliable work ethic and regular attendance.
English oral and written communication abilities.

Nice To Haves

Current driver’s license with copy of current auto insurance and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) results required.

Responsibilities

Operate warehouse equipment (electric pallet jack, ride on pallet jack) to physically build customer orders, ensures accuracy and proper staging of all orders pulled.
Performs order fulfilment duties in an efficient manner that meets the highest possible levels of safety, accuracy, productivity, and customer service standards.
Ensures correct number and product type pulled.
Uses handheld scanning equipment.
Repacks and weighs any orders which require such handling.
Reports quality variances.
Submits all paperwork legibly, accurately, and completely.
Maintains the facilities cleanliness and food safety standards through responsible equipment and materials use.
Contributes to a clean and orderly work environment by performing daily cleaning duties.
Charges electric power equipment batteries and operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with co-workers, over-the-road (OTR) drivers and the public.
Communicates in productive and professional manner.
Other duties as assigned.