Senior Material Handler (3rd Shift) - Shepherdsville KY

Warehouse Services Job

Overview : Provides warehouse services assigned through safe, efficient, cost effective and accurate handling of customer products and material using specially equipped trucks such as slips-sheet, clamps and reach. This position may involve all phases of loading, unloading, staging and storage of customer's product as well as the use of computer equipment.

Responsibilities

Pulling Orders : Accurately locate and load, both by hand and using appropriate motorized equipment (i.e., forklift truck), customer product onto / from pallets, trays, racks and shelves according to established procedures and safety regulations. Is able to operate special equipment as necessary, such as a turret clamp and slip sheet equipment and RF unit (if applicable). Count, weigh and record number of units of materials handled on daily production sheet. Complete specialized order processing for loading by stenciling, slip-sheeting, shrink wrapping, labeling and consolidating as required on order.

Operating & Maintenance - Equipment and Grounds : Assign / verify trailers to appropriate dock and / or yard location, trailers locked to dock-lock and / or chocking the wheels (if applicable), following all safety rules and Company policy. Daily inspect and repair or make adjustments before operating tow-motor vehicles, following safety and maintenance instructions, completing the tow-motor inspection sheet at the beginning of each shift and / or assigned to another piece of equipment; report immediately any defective equipment to supervisor. Prepare trailers prior to loading product by inspecting and cleaning as needed to ensure product preservation. Assists in building and grounds maintenance to ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean, neat safe and orderly manner.

Loading & Unloading : Load picked orders or (pull & load) according to policies and procedures, completing appropriate paperwork including Bill of Lading, Pick Report, Trailer Audit and Lot Verification. Unload, move, stack and stage customer products and materials both by hand and using forklift or other power equipment, keeping appropriate records and reports. Reports Complete activity and statistical reports as assigned by supervisor. Assist in physical inventories ensuring facility and contents are secure.

Miscellaneous : Provide other services such as sanitation requirement activities, assembling crates (boxes) to contain products, and / or moving loose materials to containers as directed by supervisor and / or team leader. Health, Safety and Environment Follow basic mandatory work instructions (including use of personal protection equipment where relevant) to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others. Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model for operational efficiency to improve business process, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination. Apply the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility. Position requires the incumbent's performance to meet and occasionally exceed standards as set by the company for warehouse safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity and customer service.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications : Forklift Certification Experience Preferred two (2) years forklift / tow motor experience required (forklift certification required). Ability to operate forklift - both sit down and stand up, tow motor, motorized and non-motorized pallet jack; clamp, reach and slip sheet. Knowledge of inventory control and general warehouse procedures. Light data entry skills required Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures Ability to write legibly Must have basic math skills Ability to make decisions on customer acceptance based on past experience and fitness for use Must have attention to detail for continuous mental and visual attention Data entry skills Language skills - English Must be a Team Player Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner Managerial Experience None

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly wage for this position is $19.25, plus shift differential. Candidates are eligible for the following benefits : PTO 6 days sick time 8 paid holidays 1 paid "Personal Holiday" Company Bonus Plan 401(K) SAVE Plan Annual Fixed Contribution Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage Voluntary Benefits Accident / Critical Illness / Hospital Indemnity Benefits Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Referral Program

About Us

APL Logistics provides innovative, global supply-chain solutions across Automotive, Consumer, Industrial and Retail markets. These solutions include Order Management, Distribution & Fulfillment, Customs Brokerage and Transportation products delivered across six regions. We also pioneered the use of visual data analysis and offer a robust Data Management and Analytics product suite to help you understand and solve complex problems that span systems and processes. Our brand was built alongside a culture of deep customer focus and attention, and we are known for providing flexible solutions to complex problems. At the heart of our offering is a global, cross-functional ability to manage customer orders from origin all the way to final destination via a network of global professionals.

EEO Statement for US

The company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants for employment. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics : race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.