Shipping/Receiving - Material Handler

SUMMARY

The Material Handler will be responsible for the seamless process of outgoing and incoming shipments, perform all tasks deemed necessary including, but not limited to, operating a variety of hand and power tools, equipment, and machinery.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Upholds all ethical standards associated with safety, quality and food safety policies and procedures within the facility, including the Code of Conduct and Values.
• Complies with all the standards that are followed in the Tulsa plant, including, but not limited to - Safety, Quality, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) and any other processes established within the Tulsa plant.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

Specific Duties:

• Unload, sort, and distribute incoming shipments.

• Receive product and inspect material for quality, accuracy and process packing slips. Report any discrepancies to the immediate supervisor.

• Route received goods to the proper destination within the plant.

• Communicate with all departments as to goods received and address any non-conformance(s).

• Load trucks when required, which will include the following duties:

• Ensure that shipments contain proper documentation, and if multiple items per shipment, ensure item lists are complete.

• Problem-solve for any cases of missing documents, shipments, and deliveries.

• Oversee the safe and accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.

• Manage inventory of shipping materials and supplies.

• Accurately enter finished goods into the inventory system and place them in the appropriate location.

• Operate Forklift and other equipment in a safe and effective manner.

• Comply with applicable legislation, including safe operation and carriage of goods.

• When required, provide training to new and/or junior employees with a focus on performing work in a safe, efficient, and quality-minded manner.

• Fill in for Shipping & Receiving Lead as needed.

• Assist in the development of work instructions and practices.

Expectations:

• Performs responsibilities to expected outcomes.
• Follows through on commitments in a complete and timely manner.
• Participates actively in the management of the business through team involvement.
• Identifies and participates in learning activities that promote personal and professional growth.
• Experiments with new processes and ideas to create innovation and continuous quality improvement.
• Takes risks and learns from resulting successes and mistakes.
• Communicates openly, truthfully, and compassionately with respect for individual differences.
• Listens actively to understand before being understood and strive for win-win solutions.

Working Conditions:

• This job operates in a manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines as well as various analytical test equipment.
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and occasionally lift office products up to 50 pounds.
• This position may have minimal exposure to hazards such as dust, high noise levels, solvent fumes, and medium heat.
• Overtime may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Education / Professional Background

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred experience in a manufacturing environment
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a similar role within a manufacturing warehouse environment, including shipping & receiving.
• Ability to complete and maintain ProAmpac ITO Driver Training certification and safely operate a fork/clamp truck according to company standards.
• Possess communication skills
• Demonstrated MS Outlook and Excel skills

Professional Competencies

• Knowledge of the company's quality and food safety systems, as well as contractual quality requirements.

• Ability to perform complex mathematical equations and conversions.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

• Detail-oriented.

• Computer literate with a strong knowledge of software such as Microsoft Office.

• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to exemplify professional behavior in all aspects of the position.

• Tactful, mature, and has the ability to get along with diverse personalities.

• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a phone, fax, copier, and printers.

• Communicates effectively one-on-one and in small groups.

• Easily articulates ideas and needs, so people at all levels can understand.

• Highly organized and self-directed with an ability to prioritize projects, combined with the ability to provide and receive direction.

• Analytical and critical thinking skills with an aptitude to quickly absorb new procedures and new industry advancements.

• Ability to accurately measure using steel rulers, a measuring tape or other required measurement tools.

• Ability to read and follow written instructions and accurately report test results.

• Ability to properly and safely handle and use equipment and chemicals.

• Ability to comply with company policies, procedures, work rules and compliance standards.

• Regular predictable, and reliable attendance.

• Flexibility to work overtime and change hours as the location, shifts, duties, and responsibilities may be amended from time to time to support efficient company operations.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at time stressful environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.