Shelby Material Handler I

PPG • Shelby, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Material Handler, you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives! This role involves unloading incoming trailers, checking shipments, storing materials, processing orders, preparing shipping documents, and participating in inventory and safety initiatives. You will also perform minor maintenance on warehouse equipment and maintain general housekeeping practices to ensure a safe and well-maintained facility. This position assists the Distribution Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor in the performance of selected duties or special projects as required.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years warehouse/manufacturing experience.
• Basic reading, writing, mathematical and communication skills to process orders and complete paperwork as necessary.
• Good interpersonal skills, detail oriented, basic computer skills, and organizational skills.
• Repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs. and stand on one’s feet for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in paint and/or hazardous materials is a plus.
• Previous fork-truck and hand-jack experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming trailers from plant or suppliers of finished goods using hand or electric powered equipment.
• Check incoming shipments and place material in proper storage bin locations while maintaining proper stock rotation of materials.
• Process all types of orders (pallet, small package, etc.) efficiently and without error.
• Use computers, RF scanners and power equipment as well as following distribution best practices regarding efficient workflow/processing.
• Prepare shipping documents for all outgoing shipments ensuring all required inputs are entered into the Oracle Warehouse Management Software.
• Understand and adhere to all applicable DOT, OSHA, EPA, EEO, ISO and other PPG policies procedures and regulations.
• Participate in inventory, cycle counting, and audits as required.
• Ensure timely replenishment and identification of potential material shortages.
• Participate in safety meetings, safety observations, and all other required meetings.
• Perform minor maintenance as required on warehouse equipment including the electric/manual pallet jack, forklift and other special equipment related to the distribution center.
• Perform general housekeeping practices to ensure operation of a safe and well-maintained facility.
• Assist the Distribution Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor in the performance of selected duties or special projects as required.

Benefits

• Opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED