MATERIAL HANDLER I- 2nd Shift - Sparks, United States - Now Health Group

Description

SUMMARYDemonstrated ability through certification to work in at least one (1) of the following five (5) areas:SPK OF

Dock Utility:
Prepares items for shipment of customer orders and loads trucks for shipment

SPK OF LTL function:
Prepares domestic and international shipments for customers

SPK OF Stocking:
Receives, moves and stores finished product, material, and supplies; compiles stock/inventory records in warehouse

SPK Receiving Warehouse:
Unloads and receives shipments; transports product to manufacturing, and prepares outbound freight shipments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Actively participates in root cause analysis and other plant continuous improvement initiatives.
Recommends continuous improvement ideas. Accurately and truthfully completes all required documentation.
Complies with safety requirements, GMP requirements, and SOPs/WIs for the work area.


SPK ORDER FULLMENT DOCK UTILITY:
Checks truck drivers into facility, inspects and unloads trailers, verifies materials and quantities, and receives materials into Oracle system. Palletizes and stretch wraps outbound freight orders.
Keeps shipments organized by sequestering orders by customer and orders.
Performs basic computer applications skills utilizing main frame for item inquiry, order organizer, shipping transactions, invoicing, etc. to help finish processing shipments.


SPK ORDER FULFILLMENT LTL FUNCTION:
Picks and palletizes product from the backup and overstock locations.
Uses scanner and VoCollect to scan and confirm items from the Pick Module.
Prepares orders for LTL shipment on the dock. Packs boxes into a master box to ship overseas orders.
Uses RF scanners to confirm OPM for LTL and international orders.
Performs basic computer applications skills utilizing Oracle (i.e. item inquiry, order organizer, shipment transactions, invoicing, etc.) to complete and ship orders to customers.
Communicates status updates across different shifts and departments, such as sales and customer service.


SPK ORDER FULFILLMENT STOCKING:
Examines stock to verify conformance to specifications.

Stores articles in bins, on floor, on shelves, or on racks according to identifying information such as product number, size, and or type of product.

Makes adjustments or repairs to products or materials carried in stock.

Determines methods of storage, identification, and stock location, considering temperature, humidity, height and weight limits, turnover, floor loading capabilities, and required space.

Moves or transports finished product, materials, or supplies to other departments.

RECEIVING WAREHOUSE (can be assigned to any of the below functions):

SPK Unloading and InspectionChecks truck drivers into facility, inspects and unloads trailers, completely removes all packaging from the pallets and verifies materials condition and quantities.

Notes discrepancies and damages on paperwork and ensures drivers sign under the comments.
Examines materials for damage, notes any damaged products and escalates issues to supervisor and Quality Control.
Compares certificate of analysis, certificate of compliance and packing slips to ensure quantities and lots are received correctly.
Stages paperwork in "To be received" bin or folder.
SPK Bulk PutawayStages bulk pallets and putaway with turret truck into warehouse in locations.
Records all putaway transactions on the appropriate form and in Oracle.
Consolidates warehouse locations.
Maintains allergen separation in warehouse locations.
Maintains assigned storage areas for unique bulk items by type.
Maintains warehouse sanitation.
Reports inventory discrepancies to Inventory Control team.
SPK Bulk PickingPicks manufacturing bulk orders, transports raw materials and supplies to manufacturing lines.
Completes all documentation related to that particular job type.
Palletizes, labels and stretch wraps orders.
Delivers to appropriate lines or stages in appropriate areas for delivery.
Picks and stages outbound orders, RTV, Interorganization transfers.
Assists with bulk inventories cycle counting.
SPK Oracle Transactions and Product SamplingReceives materials into Oracle system using the appropriate function for that receipt type.i.e. TOLL, inventory, non-inventory or interorganization transferCompletes transactions and ensures labels are properly created and applied to each package.
Pulls samples from bulk using sample standard.
S2 inside receivingReceives and checks finished goods from packaging department.
Properly wraps and secures pallet for shipment to appropriate location.
Completes transfers to appropriate locations and labels pallet accordingly for shipment.
Inverts products from plastic to wood pallets.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENTSupports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities. Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance.
Adheres to policies, procedures, SOP's, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures.
Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor immediately. Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards, and provides input on prevention. Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED).Prior experience operating Turret trucks, Dock Stockers, Powered Pallet Jacks, Dock Plates and/or other raised platform vehicles preferred.

Prior experience in manufacturing GMP and distribution environment, preferably food or pharmaceuticals, desired.

PERFORMANCE ABILITYCertification in at least one (1) of the following five (5) areas: (1) SPK Order Fulfillment Dock Utility; (2) SPK Order Fulfillment LTL function; (3) SPK Order Fulfillment Stocking; (4) SPK Receiving Warehouse; (5) SPK Receiving Warehouse.

Demonstrated ability to consistently meet quality, safety and efficiency goals.
Good problem solving skills required.

Ability to work independently; prioritize and calmly handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; demonstrate a strong sense of urgency; and flexibility to change tasks frequently and work in different work centers as business needs require.

Strong teamwork skills; ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others; strong attention to detail skills; and demonstrated high quality of work.

Consistently follows all company policies and procedures, including all safety policies and procedures. Safely operates all Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and equipment.
LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to communicate professionally and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to accurately complete paperwork.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Good problem solving ability.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESBasic computer and data entry skills required.

Ability to obtain certification to operate Turret trucks, Dock Stockers, Powered Pallet Jacks, Dock Plates and/or other raised platform vehicles required.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including different schedules and the ability to work weekends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; stand, walk (prolonged), and sit; squat and kneel; ascend and descend stairs; reach with hands and arms; use hands to handle or grasp controls of lift trucks; use feet to depress foot controls of lift trucks; and use a computer.

The employee is required to access product on floor or low shelves; and to operate a hand truck or forklift with a 24 inch step.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
Ability to go to heights of up to 26 feet when operating PIT.

SPK ORDER FULFILLMENT DOCK UTILITY/RSL LTL FUNCTION/RSL STOCKING:
The employee must regularly lift, move (in some cases drag items), raise and/or place:Palletize boxes and unload conveyor onto trailer

• Lift up to 65 lbs.

from floor to 36 inches and return to floor.
Lift product on/off shelves

• Lift up to 65 lbs.

from 36 inch height, carry 3 feet and return to 36 inch height. Lift up to 20 lbs. from 36 inches to 5 feet shelf. Kneel and reach overhead.
Move cart with product

• Push a cart loaded with up to 100 lbs.

up to 20 feet.
Pick product from above conveyor belt

• Reach at 5 foot height to arm's length with either or both arms.

Move pallet jacks

• Push and pull with force of up to 42 lbs.

at 36 inch height.


SPK RECEIVING WAREHOUSE:
The employee must regularly lift, move (in some cases drag items), raise and/or place:Palletize boxes and unload conveyor onto trailer

• Lift up to 50 lb.

boxes from floor to 36 inches. Lift up to 25 lbs. from waist to overhead.
Move pallets

• Raise up to 55 lb.

box from floor to one side, carry up to 10 feet and return to original position.
Load pallet

• Lift up to 38 lbs.

from 5 inches to 36 inches and return to 5 inches.
Load pallet onto order picker

• Lift up to 15 lbs.

from waist to waist height with 90 degree turn.

Move pallet jacks

• Push and pull with force of up to 42 lbs.

at 36 inch height.
Open and close overhead dock doors and trailer doors

• Pull down with 70 lbs.

of force from 75 inches and pull up with 70 lbs. of force from 9 inches.
Grasp up to 80 lbs. of force.

WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

When working at the Sparks manufacturing facility, the employee is frequently exposed to herbal aromas, dust, and/or airborne particles, some classified as allergens or irritants.

This position works in all areas of NOW's manufacturing facilities with direct exposure to ingredients (powders and liquids), mixes (powders and liquids), equipment, and packaging.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud, and in some areas where louder hearing protection is required.