Material Handler

Job Description:

The Material Handler performs a combination of product handling and lift truck operating duties to stack, transport, and store work-in-process and finished goods. This position is responsible for maintaining the unloading of all inbound freight, identifying, labeling, weighing, and placing material into racks/storage accordingly.  This role will support the loading of outbound freight daily when necessary and will use a handheld device to perform daily tasks.    

• Follow all established safety, health and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices
• Perform a safety lift truck inspection and battery check and report any equipment malfunctioning or damage
• Load and unload trucks using a forklift
• Verify paperwork matches physical freight received
• Re-stack materials on new skids as needed for safe storage
• Maintain paperwork for inventory control
• Work hand in hand with the receiving clerk to manage all daily receiving activities
• Update computerized inventory data
• Operate stand-up lifts or sit-down forklift to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping-and-receiving platform to storage or work area
• Cross-train to increase the knowledge, flexibility, and efficiency of the overall ITW team
• Maintain good housekeeping standards
• Contributes to team effort by focusing on continuous improvement and success for the entire team
• All other duties as assigned by manager

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.