Material Handler- Runner

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY :

The Material Handler- Runner maintains efficient warehouse operations by moving product to and from various workstations, breaking down bales, and assisting with station clean-up. The position combines physical material handling with quality control. The Material Handler- Runner must have strong adherence to all safety policies and always wear all required personal protective equipment. The Material Handler- Runner will also sort and prepare the donated apparel to be able to sell in the salvage market when needed. The Warehouse Runner is responsible for production in the salvage department. This individual will sort, hang, tag, and label products according to standard operating procedures. They will also provide excellent customer service and maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment. This position may also be cross-trained and responsible for additional duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Material Handling & Processing

• Transport products between workstations in coordination with forklift operators to maintain workflow efficiency
• Load and manage clothing on grading tables and conveyors
• Process a minimum daily quota of 12 Gaylords (1,300 pounds or more)
• Break down clothing bales to optimize processing speed
• Transfer processed items to baling station
• Record and track material weights, including :

Daily starting and ending weights Individual Gaylord weights (summer, winter, and oversized "Biggie" categories)

Quality Control & Sorting

Material type

Operational & Safety Compliance

Additional Duties

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate proficiency in meeting competencies required for position; able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills) :

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to speak and read English proficiently. Able to read and write reports, compile data as needed. Communicates effectively with others and provides essential customer service duties either verbally or via computer e-mail.

REASONING ABILITY :

Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Able to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

While performing the duties of this job the employee is usually working in a combination of a warehouse and retail store environment. At times this employee may be exposed to the outside environment. The noise in this environment will be moderate to loud. May require travel to other states or Goodwill territories.

AVAILABILITY :

Must have open / flexible availability and be willing to work evenings & weekends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Physical Demands- Apparel Processor

Frequency

Never

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Always

Sitting

Standing

Walking

Bending over

Crawling

Reaching Overhead

Crouching

Kneeling

Balancing

Lifting and Carrying

10 lbs. or less

11 to 25 lbs.

26 to 50 lbs.

51 to 75 lbs.

76 to 100 lbs.

over 100 lbs.

Push / Pull Max Force

0 to 20 lbs.

21 to 39 lbs.

40 to 59 lbs.

60 to 100 lbs.