Material Handler - Distribution

ODL; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ODL is seeking a material handler to identify, transport, and store materials safely using lift trucks and documented procedures. You will unload and receive products, verify part numbers, and ensure accurate paperwork with scanners and computers.

The role requires lifting up to 75 pounds, basic math, and proficiency with Oracle and MS Office Outlook. Candidates should have 2–3 years of forklift experience and be able to work First Shift in the United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two to three years of material handling/forklift experience required.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn Oracle, MS Office Outlook and scanning systems.
• Possess a liking of basic math skills and working knowledge of part numbers and products.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written communication skills with the ability to prioritize all responsibilities.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate an industrial lift truck to stage materials and unload trucks.
• Receive and put product away, verify part numbers and quantities, and complete documentation.
• Process trans-loads for inbound/outbound cross-dock and prepare orders for on-time shipment.
• Carry out safety checks on equipment and keep warehouse clean and orderly.
• Perform cycle counts as directed and comply with production/shipping schedules.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Oracle

MS Office

Scanning systems

Job description

Position Overview

Identifies and transports material to and from storage areas, machines, loading docks and trucks safely and efficiently using established procedures. Operates an industrial lift truck to stage materials in accordance with move tickets, pick lists or verbal instructions; unloads trucks; receives and puts product away. Verifies part numbers and quantities and ensures the accuracy of all documentation with the use of computers, scanning devices and attention to detail. Responsibilities may vary by department. Responsibilities: Must maintain and comply with all safety rules at all times while working from production schedule or shipping pick form to transport material to and from designated areas while carefully identifying part numbers and verifying quantities. Reports any inconsistencies or problems to supervisor. Ability to process trans-loads for all inbound and out bound cross-dock. Identification of materials to be moved. Cross references with production schedule or pick form and moves to required location. Prepares orders for accurate, on-time shipment of products. part numbers. Completes appropriate documentation and files. Ensures that all products have proper documentation before transport. Receives inbound materials, verifying information and quantity against packing slip or purchase order. Identifies and reports any discrepancies. Uses snips, hammer and various hand tools to open loads, removes strapping, wrapping and disposes safely. Places protective material around loads and uses hand or automatic wrapping equipment to secure in-plant handling, storage, or final shipment to customers. and disposes of scrap or trash into compactor and activates compacting cycle all while keeping warehouse in clean and orderly condition. Performs operations and safety checks on equipment prior to start of shift, including battery, brakes and lift controls. Also prepares equipment for charging at the end of shift. Cycle counts inventory when directed and meets essential productivity standards in shipping and receiving.

Shift First Shift (United States of America)

Requirements

High school diploma and two to three years of material handling/forklift experience required.

Basic computer skills with the ability to learn Oracle, MS Office Outlook and scanning systems. Possess a liking of basic math skills and working knowledge of part numbers and products. Excellent interpersonal skills and written communication skills with the ability to prioritize all responsibilities. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

OUR HISTORY

A Foundation Customers Trust With a heritage of creating products for the home that dates back to 1945, ODL remains synonymous with stability, quality, and confidence. Yet, after more than 75 years, we feel our best days are ahead of us. Thanks to our exceptional portfolio of entry doors and doorlights, the industry’s leading lineup of enclosed blinds, and an expanding international presence, the opportunities are limitless. Family-owned and privately operated, we aim to build upon what’s made us successful through the years: a culture of treating people well, coupled with constant innovation.