Material Handler

Description

Sharon Fence is looking for a Material Handler. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing loads for delivery. This position requires the individual to adhere to strict safety, cleanliness, and organizational standards related to working areas, loading and unloading materials, and forklift operation.

AREAS THAT PLAY TO YOUR STRENGTHS:

All the responsibilities we will trust you with:

· Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment

· Load and unload flatbed and box trucks. Sort materials before loading and unloading

· Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information

· Stack cargo in locations such as transit sheds or in holding areas as directed, using pallets or cargo boards

· Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets

· Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported

· Guide loads being lifted to prevent swinging

· Ensure that the warehouse and yard are clean and organized according to inventory procedures: wash out cargo containers or storage areas

· Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers. Prepare shipping materials

· Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use

· Connect electrical equipment to power sources so that it can be tested before use

· May perform duties such as fabrication and order pulling as directed

· Follow established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment

· Provide excellent customer service

Requirements

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

· High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

· Minimum of One year experience preferred

· Forklift Certification

· Bilingual a plus

· Experience in distribution, shipping, and receiving

· Personal and professional integrity

· A clear understanding of the necessity of equipment safety and integrity

· Use of tools and equipment

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. The employee is occasionally required to sit; frequently stand for long periods of time, climb or balance; and reach, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift, carry, and/or move up to 60 pounds and frequently push and pull up to 120 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

We Are a Team

Fencing Supply Group (FSG) is the premier wholesale distributor of fencing and outdoor living products and supplies in the United States. Our group of industry-leading companies serve professional contractors who provide new, improvement, repair and access control services across residential, industrial, commercial, and infrastructure end markets. Current FSG companies include ADC Manufacturing, Binford Supply, Capitol Wholesale Fence, Cedar Supply, Fence Supply Inc., Hartford Fence Supply, Merchants Metals, Pro Access Systems, Sharon Fence Distributors, Specialty Fence Wholesale, Specialty Fence Wholesale Jacksonville, and Vinyl By Design, which collectively operate 75 locations in over 30 states.

Benefits? We’ve got you covered!

Sharon Fence employees give a lot, and we offer benefits that fit your needs. We provide industry-leading coverage and benefits to our people and their qualified family members, including:

· Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for Employees, Spouses, Dependents &/or entire Family

· Company Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Convenient 24/7 Doctor Visits through LiveHealth Online

· Legal Assistance via Legal Shield

· Employee Assistance Program

· Identify Theft Protection

· Access Perks – Discounts on products and services with companies nationwide.

· 401k Retirement Program with strong company match

In addition to the benefits program, Sharon Fence also provides employees a competitive wage, career advancement, and training opportunities.