Material Handler

abcworldwidestone; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC Stone in Hicksville, NY is seeking an experienced Materials Handler to join our warehouse team. You will load and unload material, operate forklifts and other handling equipment, and move stone slabs and crates to fulfill customer orders.

Qualified candidates have 0–1 year of general work experience, basic math skills, and a safety-focused mindset. Forklift certification is preferred; teamwork and attention to detail are essential for accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–1 year general work experience.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works under close direction of Warehouse Supervisor.
• Move stone slabs & crates using forklift, hoists or other handling equipment.
• Pull/assemble customer orders, check outbound orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Restock and label vendor products; maintain displays; move and replenish material.
• Receive and unload inbound material; process inbound shipments; stock material.
• Notify management of damaged shipments for freight claims.
• Maintain a clean and organized facility; sweep and trash removal.
• Maintain a safe working environment by following safety rules.
• Offload and reload the photo station with materials; rotation participation.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Stone industry basics

Follow instructions

General job understanding

0-1 years exp

Teamwork

Forklift cert preferred

Basic math

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About Us:

Over the course of our 34-year history, ABC Stone has had the honor of forging relationships with the world's premier architects, designers, and visionaries. We pride ourselves on being an essential resource and trusted partner to our clients. We understand that no two projects are ever the same, which is why our service is tailored to the exact needs of our clients.

At this exciting time in our company, ABC stone has an opportunity for an experienced Material Handler to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

Materials Handler I loads and unloads material within the warehouse. Utilizes hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, conveyors, or other handling equipment to move material to and from trucks and within the storage facility.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works under close direction of Warehouse Supervisor


• Utilize forklift, hoists or other handling equipment to move stone slabs & crates


• Perform a variety of warehouse duties such as: pull/assemble customer orders, check outbound orders for accuracy and completeness, restock and label vendor products, maintain displays, move, store, and replenish material.


• Performs receiving duties such as receive and unload inbound material, process inbound shipments, stock material, process customer returns and notify management of damaged shipments for freight claims.


• Maintain a clean and organized facility by sweeping, trash removal, etc.


• Maintains a safe working environment by obeying all safety rules as outlined in the Safety Program and by reporting all accidents, unsafe conditions and acts to Management.


• Offload and reload the photo station with materials


• This position will be included in the photo station rotation


• Perform other related duties as required

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of commonly used practices & procedures within the stone industry


• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.


• Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job


• 0-1 years general work experience


• Ability to work as a team with co-workers


• Forklift experience with certificate (preferred)


• Basic math skills


• Attention to detail


• Customer Service skills

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• 0-1 year general work experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, use hands and reach with hands and arms


• Required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach above shoulder level, fine finger dexterity


• May be required sometimes to sit, climb or balance


• Lift and or move up to 80 pounds regularly


• Required vision abilities: peripheral, and ability to adjust focus


• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts


• Occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles and wide range of temperatures


• At times exposed to loud noise levels

Salary - $18 - $24 per hour commensurate with experience

Please Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.