Material Handler II Warehouse TCR - 1st Shift

Taco, Inc.; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

On-site training

Profit sharing

Health & well-being

Job summary

Taco Cranston is seeking a Material Handler II – Warehouse to join our on-site team. You will be responsible for receiving, storing and recording component parts, while performing crating, shipping and scrapping tasks as needed.

The role requires forklift operation, ERP literacy, and accuracy in inventory control. You will work in a busy warehouse environment, supporting production with timely material handling and a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 5 years of manufacturing experience with sit-down/stand-up forklifts.
• Forklift certification required within 30 days.
• Ability to operate scanners and basic data entry in systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store and maintain accurate records of components.
• Crating, shipping and scrapping as needed.
• Move materials and loads using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Operate ERP system to track inventory and cycle counts.
• Prepare crates and assist with packaging and shipping.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse operations

ERP system

Inventory control

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Forklift trucks

Pallet jack

Barcode scanner

ERP system

Job description

We feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family. We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:

• A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industry
• A commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organization
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forward
• A need to create and to innovate

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Work Status: Onsite

Position Summary

The Material Handler II – Warehouse at Taco Cranston (TCR) is responsible for receiving, storing, and maintaining accurate records of component parts. This role involves counting, verifying, and organizing all product components. Additionally, the Material Handler II handles tasks related to crating , shipping, and scrapping.

Measures of success:

• Inventory Accuracy
• On-Time Delivery %
• Meet picking goal targets

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• P ulls orders from inventory, delivers production materials and supplies where needed, and stages finished product final distribution.
• Loads, unloads and moves materials.
• Responsible for orderly operation of the materials storage areas.
• Maintains inventory by identifying and labeling materials and supplies .
• Constantly monitors queue in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Picks and verifies materials and supplies listed on production orders.
• Maintains inventory within the warehouse by delivering materials and supplies.
• Contacts Team Lead and/or S upervisor if shortage occurs .
• Locates , picks and packs materials and/or products and prepares them for shipping.
• Builds crates using miter saw , nail and staple guns, etc.
• Assists with processing packages for shipping, including data entry in the parcel carrier system s , communicating with the Customer Care department, and generating advanced shipping notices.
• Picks up remnant scrap from machines throughout facility and weighs materials, ensuring they are maintained separately and disposed of in proper areas.
• Load s, unloads and secures materials and/or finished products into or from trailers .
• Documents details of materials delivered and products shippe d within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system .
• Receives returned materials and supplies from production and verifies part numbers and quantities.
• Maintains material handling equipment, including electric trucks and fork trucks, by completing pre-use inspections to ensure good operating condition. Notifies Team Lead or Supervisor of any maintenance needs.
• Operates tablet, computer, scanner and material handling equipment including forklifts (sit-down, Drexel, stand-up, reach, turret, order-picker), pallet jacks, stepladders and other equipment to reach material. May use crowbar and mallet for crates.
• Carries out proper verification methods as part of the cycle count program.
• Frequently moves average weight materials as necessary in the performance of the job or as directed .
• Detect s and report s improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to Team Lead and/ o r S upervisor.
• Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition . Follow s prescribed safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as requested .

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• 5 years of Manufacturing experience operating sit-down, standup, and manual fork trucks.
• Prior certification of forklift operations required
• Knowledge of operating manual equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, or other moving equipment
• Requires satisfactory completion of a forklift training program within 30 days
• Ability to demonstrate basic product scanner proficiency (i.e., ordering replenishment) effectively with minimal errors
• Competent to operate computer and complete basic data entry in systems
• Must successfully learn specific responsibilities as assigned and adhere to production procedures
• Proficient and functioning in job responsibilities and following standard practice s within 90 days
• Basic arithmetic skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Organizational skills
• Ability to push, pull, lift and/or move materials of up to 30 lbs ; capable of using hoists for materials over 30 lbs.
• Ability to perform repetitive work requiring constant alertness or activity, including standing and lifting
• Ability to use co mputer scanning devices and skin wrapping machine
• Capable of following verbal and/or written instruction
• Attention to detail is essential for success
• Well organized

This position work s primarily in a warehouse environment where large equipment and noise are prevalent. S afety equipment and personal protective gear is required .

This position reports into the site every workday.

Management

This position has no direct reports.

With nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.

Taco employees benefit from a company that:

• Provides competitive salaries and benefits
• Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
• Believes in sharing profits with its employees
• Is mindful about family, health and well-being
• Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential