Material Handler Yard/Warehouse

Builders FirstSource • McCarran, NV

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Material Handler handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines and performs some recordkeeping and quality control duties. The role provides guidance and training to less experienced co-workers.

Work is performed in a production environment subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels, and dust. The position requires frequent lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying of up to 80 pounds. Specific tasks may involve climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED), and two years of materials handling experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment.
• Manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for materials handling tasks.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to perform tasks that may involve climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Physically handle materials used to construct components and finished products, lifting, carrying, and stacking items as needed to optimize their movement.
• Operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, some of which may require specialized training.
• Record the movement of incoming and outgoing materials and supplies, and verify the accuracy of work performed by self and other material handlers.
• Respond to training from the foreman to increase knowledge of work processes.
• Train new materials employees in efficient material movement, including handling techniques, machinery use, and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Understand and observe safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self or co-workers, attend safety meetings as required, and potentially recommend safety-procedure improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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