Material Handler - Forklift Certification is Required

Position : Material Handler - Forklift Certification is Required Location : San Jose, CA Duration : 12 Months Total Hours/week : 40.00 pay range -$16-20/hr 1st Shift Client: Medical Device Company Job Category: Industrial Level of Experience: Entry-Level Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only) Job Description General Summary • Material Handler is responsible for the safe, accurate loading and unloading of product within the distribution center. • Uses ERP systems requiring location and storage of items, proper packaging, and methods of movement of materials. • May prepare goods for final shipment. May prepare, coordinate, and execute documentation for final shipment for domestic and international. • Will handle material either inbound or outbound based on business needs. • The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. • The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position. Duties And Responsibilities Pallet/Case Picking • Processing customer orders including but not limited to: scanning bar codes, picking and labeling boxes. • Pick, pack and process orders. • Processing orders through RF technology. • Maintains an acceptable work area as outlined in SOP and work instructions. • Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP. • Complete all necessary RF device training to obtain the necessary profiles • Responsible for accuracy verification and shipment packaging. Pallet Build • Palletizing to include scanning, retrieving and placing completed orders on pallets. • Re-palletizing products for shipment. • May be responsible for dock manifest duties which includes scanning completed pallets and running the shrink wrapper. • May be required to transport pallets by MHE. • Responsible for accuracy verification and shipment packaging. Inbound/Outbound/Inventory Movement • Uses ERP systems requiring location and storage of items, proper packaging, and methods of movement of materials. May prepare goods for final shipment. • May prepare, coordinate, and execute documentation for final shipment for domestic and international. • Will handle material either inbound or outbound based on business needs. • Inbound/Outbound shipments are to be loaded/unloaded utilizing the WMS • Ensure every effort is made to load/off-load pallets in a manner that promotes safety and impedes damages. • Completes all assigned duties in a timely manner in accordance with department standards and following department procedures. • Locates and retrieves products as well as replenishes picking locations. • Maintains an acceptable work area as outlined in SOP and work instructions. • Complete all necessary RF device training to obtain the necessary profiles. • Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP. • Must follow all safety instructions to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses. • May be required to perform other duties as assigned. • May train and implement functions in SAP. • Required to maintain current status in C2C training modules. • Responsible for accuracy verification and shipment packaging. Material handling equipment • Material handling equipment must be operated in a safe manner by designated associates only. All damage and/or maintenance issues must be reported immediately. • Equipment must be kept neat and orderly in compliance with established procedures. • Must be able to maintain equipment certification at all times. Safety and Security • Associates are responsible for performing their job activities in a safe and reasonable manner and in accordance with safety requirements. • Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse and conduct all activities in a manner that promotes a safe environment. • All injuries, accidents, unsafe acts, hazards or conditions must be reported immediately. • Report any suspicious persons or activity. Quality • Understand organizational quality goals. Sanitation and Housekeeping • Maintain a clean and professional image. • To ensure the cleanliness of the facility, follow guidelines as outlined. • The associate must maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area at all times. Hazmat Training • This associate may be provided with Hazmat training to include general awareness, function specific, security awareness, security plan and safety training. Cross-training • Become knowledgeable with the responsibilities of the other warehouse positions. Assist as required. Act as back up at times of absence or vacation. Job Requirements • High School diploma, GED or 3 years of relevant experience required. • Experience with MHE. Including but not limited to Order Pickers, Reach Trucks, Counterbalance (slip and clamp), and Dock Stocker. • Forklift Certification required. • Good verbal communication skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment. • Ability to read and interpret distribution documents. • Ability to work well with others. • Ability to work under minimal supervision. • May be required to operate MHE and use Voice/RF scanner. • Ability to perform/operate in a metrics-driven environment. • Basic analytical, organizational and prioritization skills. • General distribution knowledge. • The position will almost always have exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment. • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation. • Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Physical Demands • The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (Per the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990). • While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers. • The associate may occasionally be required to climb. • The job may require lifting up to 50lbs in some areas but not all. • The position will almost always have exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment.