Material Handler II

Dover Corporation; Virginia; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Food Retail in South Chesterfield, VA, is seeking a Material Handler II to support loading, unloading, and material flow for the organization. This role focuses on accurate inventory, equipment operation, and timely transfers to maintain production and distribution needs.

The candidate will perform forklift handling, participate in inventory adjustments, and collaborate with the Distribution team to improve processes.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years forklift experience.
• 2 years' experience pulling orders in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds plus and handle awkward positions.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials safely and accurately.
• Maintain accurate inventory and assist in cycle counting as requested.
• Operate forklifts, hand trucks, hoists, or conveyors to move materials.
• Notify Inventory Control or Receiving Leads about material control issues.
• Transfer, transport, and stage materials; maintain warehouse records.
• Support distribution team and participate in process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

Order pulling

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler II

Location: South Chesterfield, VA

What we are looking for:

The Material Handler will be responsible for accurately and safely loading and unloading of materials while maintaining the flow of materials to the organizations to ensure that all aspects of the company needs are being met.

Essential Competencies:

• Consignment inventory, location to location moves, & inventory adjustments.
• Assists in the cycle counting process as requested.
• Operates hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, conveyors, or other handling equipment to move material to and from trucks or within the facility.
• Responsible for the ongoing inventory accuracy of the facility. Notifies one of the following: Inventory Control, Receiving Lead & Receiving Supervisor when material control issues are discovered.
• Works with Inventory Control & Lead(s) during investigations of quality issues, inventory issues, shipping complaints and process improvements. Works as part of the Distribution team to ensure all requested material transfers are completed accurately in a timely manner.
• Transfers, transports and stages materials in a timely and accurate manner. Maintains warehouse documentation and other related records.
• Participates in the continuous improvement of the distribution department.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Quantifiable Competencies:

• 1-2 years Forklift experience

Preferred Competencies:

• 2 years' experience pulling orders in a warehouse environment.

Strengths needed for this role:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds plus bending, twisting or lifting from awkward positions or in tight spaces, must be able to push and pull cases in excess of 200lbs to 800lbs repetitiously.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, and/or kneel.

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• Respects and Values People
• Expectations for Results
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
  Pay Range: USD 18 - 18 HourlyThis position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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