Material Handler in Flowery Branch, Georgia at Bitzer US Inc

Reports to: Receiving Supervisor

Status: Full time

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Summary: The receiving associate is responsible for physically and systematically processing all deliveries.

Duties & Tasks:

• Receive and Inspect Shipments: Oversee the receipt and inspection of incoming shipments to ensure they match purchase orders and are in good condition.
• Inventory: Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper storage of materials in designated indoor and outdoor areas. Participate in yearly Physical Inventory.
• Material Handling: Safely handle and move large, heavy pipes and plates using appropriate equipment such as forklifts and cranes.
• Documentation: Ensure all receiving documentation is completed accurately and promptly, including updating inventory systems.
• Safety compliance: Enforce safety regulations and conduct regular safety inspections to prevent accidents and injuries.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Ensure accuracy in receiving and inventory records
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members and suppliers
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to shipments and inventory
• Capability to handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving heavy material
• Detailed oriented with the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast moving environment.
• Ability to follow oral and/or written instruction.
• Team orientated and self-motivated.
• Basic Math knowledge.
• Ability to read a tape measure and calipers.

Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Forklift experience and ability to pass Bitzer certification.
• Must be able to stand on feet for at least 10 hours/day.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in material handling is a plus

Experience: Previous experience in a receiving or warehouse role, particularly with handling large and heavy materials.

Skills: Strong organizational skills, proficiency in inventory management software, and the ability to operate material handling equipment.

Work Environment: This job is performed in a manufacturing environment and proper PPE is required at all times, such as safety glasses, ear protection and steel toed shoes.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; stoop; use hands; and reach with hands and arms. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance (heavily subsidized by the Company)
• Dental Insurance
• Company paid Vision Insurance, $50,000 life insurance and Short and Long-Term Disability
• PTO
• Education Reimbursement (must be approved by manager)
• 401(k) Plan where it matches dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of compensation; 100% vested immediately.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Forklift: 2 years (Required)
• Receiving: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Flowery Branch, GA 30542 (Required)