Material Handling Specialist Trainee

Hanwha Philly Shipyard•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Material Handling Specialist Trainee. Upon successful completion of the training program, the individual will be expected to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The role requires adherence to PSI's CORE values and strict compliance with all safety procedures, rules, and regulations. The trainee will be responsible for wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following work instructions, procedures, and oral directions to perform material handling tasks. Key responsibilities include inventory management such as cycle counts, consolidation, putaway, and repacking of materials. The role also involves entering receipts of goods, issues, and disbursements into the computer system, operating forklifts and similar light material handling equipment, and communicating with various departments regarding deliveries and any associated problems. Additionally, the trainee will inspect materials for damages, shortages, overages, and discrepancies, completing necessary reports and forms, and maintaining organized, clean storage areas. Other related duties may be required and assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Knowledge of metrics and basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or general labor is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work in accordance with PSI’s CORE values.
Ensure that all PSI safety procedures, rules, and regulations are followed and met.
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
Read and follow work instructions, procedures, and oral instructions to ascertain material handling tasks.
Perform inventory-related tasks such as cycle counts, consolidation, putaway, and repacking of materials.
Enter receipts of goods, issues, disbursements, etc., into the computer system.
Operate forklifts and similar light material handling equipment as required.
Communicate with purchasing, production, and other departments regarding deliveries, especially any associated problems.
Inspect material for obvious damages, shortages, overages, and other discrepancies. Complete necessary reports and forms.
Maintain well-organized, tidy, and clean storage areas.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.