Materials Handler

United States Department of Veterans Affairs • Danville, IL

433d • $43,805 - $51,022 • Onsite

About The Position

The position of Materials Handler at the Department of Veterans Affairs Danville VA Medical Center involves performing essential warehouse duties within the Receiving/Distribution area of the Logistics Service. The role focuses on receiving, storing, selecting, and shipping both general and specialized materials and equipment, ensuring efficient inventory management and compliance with safety standards.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Requires a current and valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class C or equivalent.
• Experience in warehouse work involving receiving, storing, selecting, and shipping of general or specialized bulk materials and equipment.
• Ability to perform duties without more than normal supervision.
• Demonstrated dexterity and safety in handling materials.

Responsibilities

• Receives, stores, and ships bin and bulk supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Prepares shipping and inventory documents for manual or automated inventory systems.
• Selects specific storage locations within the framework of general warehousing plans.
• Rotates stock, checks for outdated materials, and maintains appropriate safeguards and temperature controls.
• Handles delivering and warehousing materials including hazardous, flammable, and temperature-sensitive products.
• Participates in conducting inventory of stock on hand and communicates discrepancies.
• Ensures products and shelving are marked with corresponding identification numbers.
• Loads and unloads shipments from trucks and other material conveyances.
• Makes off-site deliveries in motor vehicles typically with a gross weight of less than 4500 pounds.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed