Material Handler-Feed Bay and Yard

DB-Supply-LLC; Kuna (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DB-Supply-LLC seeks a dependable Material Handler to load, unload, and move products for storage and distribution. The role emphasizes keeping our feed department stocked in-store and in the yard, in all weather.

You will operate forklifts and other handling tools, perform inventory checks, and ensure safe handling with accurate record keeping. Expect regular lifts up to 75 pounds and active participation in resets and stock rotations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Material Handler or similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory systems, storage methods and record keeping.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Lift up to 75 pounds regularly and participate in manual material handling.

Responsibilities

• Receive, load, unload, count, weigh, measure, code and store materials from freight vehicles.
• Operate material handling tools and equipment, including forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, dolly.
• Open crates and containers using hammers and cutting tools, then store items on pallets.
• Wrap and secure materials on pallets for distribution and transport.
• Stock shelves and all sales floor areas to maintain inventory levels.
• Report discrepancies in receiving to supervision.
• Assist in periodic/perpetual inventory and stock rotation.
• Spot trucks, perform inbound freight checks, and assist with freight verification.
• Maintain clean work areas and equipment, and assist with remodels or reconstructions.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory systems

Storage methods

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift certification (preferred)

Job description

Description

To handle, load and unload a variety of products and material for the purpose of storage and distribution. Maintain determined levels of inventory on the sales floor and feed warehouse while assisting customers. The primary focus for this job will be maintaining our feed department both inside and outside the store. The ideal candidate must be able to work both inside the store and the yard during all weather conditions.

Essential Functions/Duties:

• Receive, load, un-load, count, weigh, measure, code and store materials on or from freight vehicles.
• Move material using appropriate material handling tools and equipment including but not limited to: by-hand, hand truck, pallet jack, dolly, and/or operation of forklifts or other vehicles.
• Open and/or unwrap crates, boxes, cartons, and other containers using hammers, crowbars, cutting tools and tape.
• Wrap, seal and secure material on pallets for distribution.
• Collect, sort and/or stack such items or materials as clothes, fertilizers, tools, lawn/garden supplies, machines, feed and all other products sold by the company.
• Report any discrepancies in receiving to designated supervisor/manager.
• Place reusable items in containers, and dispose of waste by operating compactor or bailing machine.
• Perform such duties as spotting trucks, freight checking and checking in inbound freight from trucking companies and vendors.
• Assist in the maintenance of a periodic or perpetual inventory of stock as it is received or issued, including stock rotation when appropriate.
• Determine nature and extent of damage to shipments received and report such damage to the supervisor.
• Stock shelves and all areas of the sales floor for maximum inventory on sales floor.
• Clean work areas and maintain equipment in an orderly manner.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements

Required Experience:

Experience as a Material Handler with working knowledge of inventory systems, proper storage methods and record keeping preferred.

Required Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED. Forklift certification preferred, not required. Possession of a valid driver’s license, must have a good driving record.

Other Requirements:

Frequent lifting of 25 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required. Must be able to work the majority of shift walking and standing, move merchandise and physically participate in resets, remodels and reconstruction projects.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.