Material Handler I & II

Dal-Tile Corp.; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Dal-Tile Corp. is seeking an intermediate level Material Handler to join our team in Dickson, Tennessee. This role involves stocking, checking, wrapping, and loading/unloading materials, often using powered industrial trucks, with several shift options available.

You will operate forklifts, perform daily cycle counts, and pick customer orders while assisting with receiving duties. A strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork is required to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; forklift certification required.
• 1+ year distribution/warehouse experience; 6+ months stand-up forklift or order picker experience.
• Ability to operate safely and follow all Safety Program rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift equipment to pick, move, and load materials.
• Check outbound orders for accuracy, restock, label vendor products, and conduct cycle counts.
• Receive inbound shipments, unload materials, stock, and assist in keeping a clean, safe facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehousing

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit-Down Forklift

Stand-up Forklift

Pallet Jack

Job description

Dal‑Tile is currently seeking an intermediate level Material Handler to join our TEAM! As a material handler we need someone that is experienced in stocking, checking, wrapping, and loading and unloading materials.

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift (Monday-Friday; 6 AM - 2:30 PM)
• 2nd Shift (Monday - Friday; 2:30 PM - 11 PM)
• Overnight (2-2-3 Schedule; 6:45 PM - 7 AM)

Primary Objective

Operates various powered industrial trucks to pick customer orders and conveys orders to packing station or shipping area.

Major Function and Scope

Performs a variety of warehouse duties such as pull/assemble customer orders, check outbound orders for accuracy/completeness, inventory stock checks, restock and label vendor product, maintain displays (tools, caulk, etc.), move, store, and replenish material, and conduct daily cycle counts.

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.

Operates forklift equipment. (Sit-down for MH I; Standup/Reach Truck for MH II):

• Maintains clean and organized facility by sweeping, trash removal, restroom and general office maintenance, 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.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent experience; Certified Sit‑Down Forklift Operator.
• 1 or more years previous distribution/warehouse experience. Must have a minimum of 6 months previous stand‑up forklift or order picker equipment experience. No experience required for pallet jack.

Competencies:

Good oral and written communications skills. Good record keeping skills. Good listening skills. Accurate measurement capability. Ability to understand and speak basic English. Ability to work in a safe and conscientious manner. Must be Dal‑Tile certified to operate powered industrial trucks.

Other Pertinent Job Information:

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate may be required to sometimes sit, climb or balance. The associate may lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The aver number of picks per hour is 25 and the average weight is between 40-70 lbs with heavier picks (50-70 lbs) being 65% of the work shift and lighter weight items (20-40 lbs) being 35% of the work shift. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. The noise level is usually loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.