Material Handler III (Stand Up Lift Driver)

Visual Comfort & Co.; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Visual Comfort & Co. is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials in a climate-controlled warehouse in Greer, SC. The role involves operating stand-up forklifts, using RF scanners, and coordinating with team leads to maintain efficient material flow.

Shifts available include 1st (8:00 am–4:30 pm) and 2nd (4:30 pm–1:00 am). Compensation is $20.50 per hour with a $1.00 shift differential for the 2nd shift, plus comprehensive benefits and PTO.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years in a warehouse, distribution center, order fulfillment, logistics, supply chain ops or manufacturing.
• Experience with stand-up high lift deep reach forklift equipment.
• Current forklift license and certification.
• Experience with RF scanners.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves.
• Conveys materials to designated storage areas.
• Effectively communicate with table leads to facilitate material flow.
• Identify damaged parts and call attention to it.
• Follow safety procedures including proper use of safety equipment and tools.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner

Stand-up forklift

Stock picker

Teamwork

English communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

RF scanner

Job description

The Material Handler duties include, but are not limited to, loading, unloading and moving material in the climate-controlled warehouse. Seeking 1st and 2nd shift drivers.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves
• Conveys materials to designated storage areas
• Effectively communicating with Table leads to facilitate efficient Material flow
• Proactively identify damaged parts and call immediate attention to it
• Follow all safety procedures including proper usage of safety equipment and tools
• Must demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to an agreed-upon schedule as determined by Manager
• Adhere to all safety, OSHA guidelines, work rules and policies and focuses daily on housekeeping inside and outside of the facility
• Exhibits and adheres to the established VCC Core Values
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 to 3 years of full-time industry experience in a warehouse, distribution center, order fulfillment center, logistics, supply chain operations or manufacturing environment. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be accepted.
• Ability to exhibit experience with a stand-up high lift deep reach forklift equipment, pallet riders and/or stock picker.
• Current Forklift license and certification
• Ability to exhibit experience with a stand-up high lift deep reach forklift equipment, pallet riders and/or stock picker
• Strong knowledge of distribution center compliance and procedures and the objectives of handling material within a warehouse
• Experience and the ability to utilize a RF scanner
• Experience with a forklift truck and/or a tugger
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with other Team Members, as well as internal and external customers
• Capacity to utilize effective time management skills and be able to work under the stress of multiple deadlines, requests from other departments and interruptions with accuracy
• Ability to follow directions and communicate in English verbally and in writing and to read and understand materials printed in English
• Capacity to be self-motivated and achieve goals with minimal supervision or direction
• Experience with picking parts or components from work instructions
• Must exhibit the ability to read, write, understand, and speak English

Hours

• 4:30 pm to 1:00 am 2nd shift
• 8:00 am to 4:30 pm 1st shift
• Availability before or after designated work hours and/or weekends may be required

Location

• 170 Smith Farms Pkwy, Greer, SC 29651

We Provide

• Competitive compensation plans
• Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

Compensation

• $20.50 per hour with $1.00 hour shift differential / 2nd shift
• $20.50 per hour / 1st shift

Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

To be eligible for this role, you must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role. Likewise, Visual Comfort & Co., will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).