Package handler Jobs in Independence, MO

Material Handler II

Job Category: Warehouse Operative

Location: Kansas City, MO

Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Check for vendor accuracy, create bill of ladings (BOLs)
• Responsible for validating no damage to the cargo, ensure correct labeling, perform quality checklist, sign off on load accuracy, kitting, sub-assembly
• Handle hazardous materials, packing, checking MSDS and other required paperwork
• Fills client orders safely, efficiently, and within Crane SOPs.
• Responsible for ensuring that distribution activities are conducted in accordance with internal quality standards while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Reads and follows work orders, and follows instructions to ascertain materials or container loads to be moved
• Operates a forklift or other drivable warehouse equipment including but not limited to high reach vehicle or similar.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand forklift, or other warehouse equipment.
• Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials
• Scans freight via warehouse management system with RF equipment
• Completes required paperwork thoroughly and promptly.
• Performs housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe work environment.
• Accurately and courteously load client merchandise
• Job requires presence on-site at the assigned work location
• Must be a member of the Safety Committee at least once during the year.
• Must be a trainer and exhibit competency in training others.
• Must know all accounts and be able to perform every floor function in the branch.
• Other duties as assigned

Other Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Consistently at work and on time.

Physical Requirements:

• Job requires the ability to use vision, adjust focus and work on a standard computer screen
• Stand or sit for long periods of time
• Reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch and frequently required to climb or balance
• Regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds by hand
• Job requires presence on-site at the assigned work location

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Greater than three years' of related experience

Certification and Licenses:

• Forklift certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Other professional certification may be required in some areas, as assigned.

Why Should You Work for Crane?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Qualifications

Preferred

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.