3PL Material Handler

Industries of the Blind; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Industries of the Blind in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Material Handler to move raw materials and finished goods to the correct locations. The role requires extensive walking and the use of hand trucks and pallet jacks to keep production flowing.

You will assist with inventory, report shortages, and maintain records of materials received and shipped. A high school diploma and 1–2 years of experience are expected, with 3+ years preferred in material handling.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a material handler.

Responsibilities

• Move materials to proper work areas or designated storage locations.
• Operate hand trucks, carts, pallet jacks, etc. to move materials.
• Assist with inventory and report shortages to supervisor.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment and good housekeeping.
• Review shipments for quality and accuracy; prepare records of materials received and shipped.
• Expedite shipments that affect production schedules.
• Receive, distribute, and store products as directed in designated locations.
• Resolve issues with contractors or vendors when problems arise.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsible for the movement of raw materials and finished goods to the proper work area or designated storage location.

Essential Functions

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Requires extensive walking throughout the entire day in order to meet production quotas.
• Supplies operators with materials and moves finished work to next operation
• Ensure proper movement of work through production.
• Informs supervisor of material shortages
• Uses hand trucks, carts, pallet jacks, etc. to move materials throughout the department.
• Assist supervisor in maintaining adequate inventory supplies by reporting low levels or shortages of supplies.
• Assists with product packaging duties to prepare finished product for palletizing and storage.
• Responsible for safety and good housekeeping practices around work areas
• Promptly completes any other duties and responsibilities designated by the
• Receives, distributes, and stores products as directed in designated, secure locations.
• Prepares and maintains records of materials received and shipped including dates of transactions, locations, and other pertinent information.
• Reviews shipments for quality and accuracy; reviews documents for accuracy
• Confirms shipping details or special instructions; expedites shipments that affect the manufacturing process schedule.
• Transports and loads materials, supplies, and finished goods (manually and/or using hand trucks and skids)
• When problems arise, resolves issues with contractors or vendors.
• Validates, approves, and forwards invoices to the accounting department.
• Collects and properly disposes of scrap bracing, cardboard, and strapping; maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Requires ability to read and write, follow written and oral instructions, and perform simple mathematical operations.
• Requires the ability to utilize carts, shop trucks, hand jacks, etc. to assist with movement of materials.

Work Experience

• Required Experience:1 to 2 years
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a material handler

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to stand and use external dexterities for an entire shift
• Walk and stand for 8 hours a day, with the exception of breaks and lunch periods.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds

: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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