Material Handler Associate - Lafayette Store

• Meets or exceeds minimum productivity standards and expectations/Key Performance Indicator (KPI) for assigned duties.
• Uses and becomes certified on pallet jack, walkie stacker, forklift, hand dolly or other equipment or tools to effectively move and store donated product.
• Ensures that all areas of production have sufficient materials to work with so that there is no lapse of work to minimize down time.
• Be proactive in preparing materials or storage containers to anticipate the needs of the production team.
• Ensures that the warehouse and trailers are well organized, stocked, and clean to ensure items are stored in an efficient manner.
• Prepares items for shipment and track products that are both shipped as well as received by the Retail Center docks.
• Ensures work areas are clear and organized and adhere to continuous improvement and safety requirements.
• Duties are completed accurately, safely, and timely to ensure that items are handled appropriately and not damaged throughout the product flow process.
• Promotes and demonstrates positive teamwork and cooperation.
• Adapts and uses technology as it becomes available to operate efficiently. This includes but is not limited to process automation.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to provide a safe and efficient workflow for employees and customers.
• Follows all company and department policies and procedures.
• Cross-trains and works in other areas as assigned by any member of management.
• Your job duties may extend beyond the tasks listed and may include additional responsibilities as required.

• A High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

• Previous storage, moving or shipping/receiving experience is helpful.

• Able to obtain walkie stacker and/or forklift certification to safely operate equipment.
• Have a high attention to detail and ability to make decisions.
• Able to withstand prolonged standing, bending, and lifting up to 8 hours per day.
• Able to lift up to 75lbs, use a dolly and pallet jack as required.
• Able to work a varied schedule to include weekends, evenings, and holidays with occasional overtime as necessary.
• Able to communicate effectively with customers, managers, supervisors, staff, and peers.

• Communication, Level 1
• Customer Focus, Level 1
• Excellence, Level 1
• Knowledge and Skills, Level 1
• Teamwork, Level 1
• Trust, Level 1

• Action Oriented
• Adaptability, Level 1
• Initiative, Level 1
• Time Management

• Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Frequently (3-4 hours)
• Occasionally (1-2 hours)
• Never

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