Warehouse (Material Handler)

Description

Summary/Objective

The Material Handler HQS/SAW plays a crucial role in the efficient operation of the Vertique line. This position involves handling, transporting, and managing materials and products throughout the production process. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to safety and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Load products onto the Vertique conveyer line while ensuring proper handling procedures are followed.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for quality and accuracy, reporting any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure smooth operations and timely product flow.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance skills and operational effectiveness.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Report discrepancies, safety concerns, or damage to supervisors in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all safety protocols while operating forklifts and handling products in the warehouse, including wearing proper PPE and following warehouse guidelines for safe material handling.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Additional certifications in material handling or warehouse operations preferred
• Previous experience in material handling or warehouse operations, preferably in a manufacturing or food and beverage environment, preferred
• Familiarity with Coca-Cola products and Vertique line operations preferred

Additional Qualifications and Competencies

• Valid driver’s license required
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Basic math skills and the ability to interpret work instructions and safety guidelines
• Ability to lift heavy materials (up to 50 lbs), stand for extended periods, and perform physical tasks as required
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, if necessary

Work Environment 

This position requires exposure to all seasonal weather conditions, traffic noise, automotive fumes, and cramped quarters. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods; climb up and down stairs; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

Travel 

No routine travel is expected for this position. 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.