Material Handler

Downingusa; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Downing USA in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a Material Handler to support production by coordinating the flow of materials in the warehouse and ensuring timely shipments. You will operate forklifts, manage inventories, and collaborate with multiple departments to keep production stocked.

A high school diploma and forklift certification are required. The role requires physical stamina and adherence to safety procedures, with to be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years shipping/receiving and inventory control experience.
• Forklift and pallet jack operation proficiency.
• Basic computer skills and ability to read documents.

Responsibilities

• Resolve material needs and inventory issues as they arise.
• Update inventories and shipping/receiving documents.
• Operate forklifts, load/unload, and move materials to production areas.
• Maintain organized, safe warehouse and support cross-department flow.

Skills

Shipping/receiving experience

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Downing USA
2951 S Council Rd
Oklahoma City, OK 73128, USA

Description

Material Handler

Desired Traits: Drives Results, Austere, Integrity, Quality Decisions

What is a material handler?

The material handler works in the warehouse coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials within or between departments according to production schedule, and transports materials and equipment between suppliers and Downing locations. This position also prepares items for shipment and may receive incoming merchandise or material for the preparation of shipment. The material handler will load and unload delivery trucks, pull materials from shelves, and move items from warehouse to production. They will ensure production areas are fully stocked and have the materials they need to meet production schedules and fulfill orders to move quickly.

In this role, you will:

• Resolve any material needs, solving material problems and inventory control issues as they arise
• Update computer generated inventories and documents
• Follow inspection procedures
• Adhere to procedures required for stores/materials documents and shipping and receiving documents
• Perform warehouse control, inventory control and related duties
• Communicate with various departments to ensure the proper flow of work and materials
• Load and unload shelves using forklifts and other moving equipment
• Organize and clean warehouse
• Transport equipment and materials from suppliers and between Downing locations

Required and Preferred Abilities:

• 2-3 years’ experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory control
• Operating a forklift and pallet jack.
• Working knowledge and understanding of computers
• Pass crane training & forklift training
• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet the company driver requirements to operate a company vehicle while traveling

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Occasionally exposed to fumes associated with cleaning products dust and warehouse conditions
• Regularly required to talk and hear
• Very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day
• Frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds (SEF Energy employees shall not manually lift an item weighing more than 50 lbs., they shall utilize mechanical assistance devices. If mechanical assistance devices are not available, utilize a team lift.)
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

This is a high-level overview of the main job responsibilities; however, it is not meant to be an exhaustive list of duties. At times you may be asked to perform other tasks by your supervisor that are not listed on this job description.

We pride ourselves in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all employees. To gain employment, candidate will need to pass a hair follicle drug test and a background check once offer of employment has been accepted.

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