Material Handler I

Guardian Protection Products; Ellaville (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Protection Products in Ellaville, GA is seeking a warehouse associate to ensure smooth flow of shipments. You will load/unload, stage materials, and use handhelds to keep inventory accurate.

The role requires 1–5 years in warehousing, ability to read and follow instructions, teamwork, and tolerance for lifting heavy materials. A high school diploma is required; forklift certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–5 years of warehouse or logistics experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods; lift heavy materials.
• Ability to work well in a team and with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (sit down and standup) and other equipment to move freight.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and products.
• Move materials to/from loading docks and storage areas.
• Identify and verify quantity and quality of incoming materials.
• Move materials to staging and record locations in warehouse systems.
• Prepare finished products for shipment (pull, pack, load).
• Perform cycle counts and maintain accurate inventories.
• Maintain a clean warehouse and safe working environment.
• Adhere to safety policies and wear required safety gear.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification preferred

Tools

Handheld scanners

Warehouse management software

Computers

Job description

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The primary function of this job is to ensure optimum operation of the flow of incoming, outgoing, and staging of shipments.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate forklifts (sit down and standup), hand trucks and/ or other equipment to move freight
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and products
• Move materials to and from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and manufacturing areas
• Identify and verify the accuracy of quantity and quality of incoming materials from Production, Vendors, and/ or returned goods deliveries
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Move materials to warehouse locations or staging and record their locations in the warehouse using handhelds to maintain accurate inventories
• Prepare finished products for shipment by identifying their location, then pulling, packing, and loading them
• Perform cycle counts
• Maintains a clean warehouse and working environment
• Ensures compliance with operating policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment and efficient operations; may require the employee to wear safety equipment or gear. Is familiar with the use of all safety equipment, when and how to use it. Must also participate and engage in all safety programs and processes.

RECOMMENDED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-5 years of experience working in a warehouse setting or in logistics; experience in operating material handling equipment preferred
• Certification to operate forklift truck preferred
• Must be able to work well in a team
• Ability to read, write and to follow instructions, and work independently with little guidance
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend and to lift heavy materials
• Ability to operate handhelds, computers and relevant warehouse management and shipping computer software
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel is not required for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is carried out in a Warehouse/ Production environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to dust, fumes, and noise with safety procedures in place for protection. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including, but not limited to, eye protection, ear protection, dust mask, gloves, steel-toed shoes, and a hard hat. This position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns will demand constant attention. Strict adherence to safety policies is a requirement of employment. Employee may be required to lift containers of up to 55 pounds of weight.