Material Handler III

Dal-Tile Distribution, Inc.; Eldersburg (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dal-Tile Distribution, Inc. is hiring an expert Material Handler for 1st shift in Eldersburg, MD. You will operate reach trucks, cherry pickers, sit-down forklifts, and electric pallet jacks to pick orders and prepare them for packing and shipping.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 75 pounds, and working with potential exposure to moving parts and varying temperatures. Prior forklift certification and distribution experience are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required and forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates powered industrial trucks to pick customer orders and convey orders to packing/shipping areas.
• Assembles customer orders from stock using order picker or stand-up forklift.
• Uses Warehouse Management System (WMS) to verify stock and audit orders for accuracy.
• Conveys picked orders to packing station or shipping area and reports issues to supervisor.
• Adheres to safety procedures and maintains a safe, clean work area.

Skills

Good communication

Record keeping

Basic English

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Tools

Sit-Down Forklift

Order Picker equipment

Stand-up Forklift

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family-friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work. If this sounds outstanding to you, take the first step forward and explore a career with Dal-Tile.

Dal-Tile is currently seeking an expert Material Handler to join our TEAM! As a veteran Material Handler, we need someone that is ready to operate all equipment utilized in the distribution center such as the Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Sit-Down Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack.

Shift : 1st Shift

• Monday - Friday
• 8:00AM-4:45PM

Pay Rate: $24.80

Primary Objective

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

Major Function and Scope

• Operates various powered industrial trucks to pick customer orders and conveys orders to packing station or shipping area.
• Operates order picker equipment or stand-up forklift to assemble customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets.
• Utilizes warehouse systems such as Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Verifies stock availability and audits orders for accuracy.
• Conveys picked orders to packing station or shipping area.
• Monitors equipment or processes and reports problems to supervisor.
• Follows standard operating and safety procedures.
• Keeps area safe, clean and organized.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• High School diploma or equivalent experience; Certified Sit-Down Forklift Operator.
• 3 or more years previous distribution/warehouse experience.
• Must have a minimum of 6 months previous stand-up forklift or order picker equipment experience.

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.

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include: Company Match on 401k,Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.

Dal-Tile is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank You for Your Service!

Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Dont Work participant.

Job Type Warehouse Jobs

Req ID 96048