Material Handler (1st Shift) - Pleasant Prairie WI

APL Logistics•Pleasant Prairie, WI

About The Position

The Material Handler locates, loads, unloads, moves, stacks, and stages customer products and materials by hand and with non-motorized equipment. The role involves order picking and processing, recording material counts and weights, preparing shipments, inspecting trailers, maintaining equipment and facility cleanliness, and assisting with physical inventories. The position follows established procedures and safety regulations and participates in Safety and 5S requirements. The role supports operational efficiency and quality through the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model and 5S Lean methodology. Performance is expected to meet and occasionally exceed company standards for safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity, and customer service. The position pays $19.78 per hour.

Requirements

1–2 years of warehouse or related work experience.
Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
Ability to operate non-motorized equipment, conveyor systems, Warehouse Management Systems, and packing material systems.
Ability to write legibly.
Basic math skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner.
English language skills.
Ability to work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of distribution and warehousing.
Commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
Ability to extend dignity and respect to all people.
Integrity that fosters trust and a positive work environment.
Creativity and innovation in the workplace.
Strong customer focus in achieving company, department, and personal goals.

Responsibilities

Accurately locate and load customer products onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand and with non-motorized equipment, following procedures and safety regulations.
Count, weigh, and record units handled on the daily production sheet.
Complete specialized order processing, including stenciling, shrink wrapping, labeling, and consolidating orders as required.
Take labeled material samples to a laboratory for analysis before loading.
Load picked orders according to customer loading diagrams or instructions and sequence, and complete related paperwork, including Bills of Lading, Pick Reports, Trailer Audits, and Lot Verification.
Unload, move, stack, and stage customer products and materials, maintaining appropriate records and reports.
Inspect, repair, or adjust tow-motor vehicles daily before operating them, following safety and maintenance instructions.
Inspect and clean trailers as needed before loading to help preserve products.
Assist with building and grounds maintenance to keep the facility clean, neat, safe, and orderly.
Complete activity and statistical reports as assigned by the supervisor.
Assist with physical inventories and help ensure the facility and its contents are secure.
Perform housekeeping, assemble crates, and move loose materials into containers as directed by the supervisor.
Participate in all Safety and 5S requirements.
Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model to improve processes and efficiency through waste elimination.
Apply 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean, and orderly facility.