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Job Title: Material Handler & Inventory Specialist (Utility Warehouse)
Location: Columbus, OH
Work Model: Onsite
SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm, OT is as needed
**Candidate will need to have experience with Inventory Management, Microsoft Office programs Excel and Word, willingness to learn other programs.**
*Contract workers could be asked to relocate temporarily or permanently within a specific territory. Keep this in mind when accepting an offer.
DRESS CODE & PPE: Steel Toe Boots are required. Jeans (Long Pants) and T-Shirt (no inappropriate words or pictures, no cutoff shirts) can be worn. All other PPE is provided. *If worker wears eyeglasses, side shields are required, client does not provide side shields.
Some local travel may be required, client Vehicles may be driven, MVR will be required for this position.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are looking for candidates that have SAFETY in mind! Zero Harm is client's #1 Goal.
Ability to perform all duties listed below, following policies and safety procedures - inventory control, receiving materials as well as moving material and operating equipment.
Motivated - Dependable - Team oriented - Respectful - Cooperative - Flexible - Adaptable - Punctual
Lifting/Standing and the ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and within all weather patterns * Most Laydown yards are outdoor locations, and work is completed in both heat and inclement weather situations.
Heavy Equipment operation experience is preferred * Construction Experience* (can be trained on specific equipment but experience is helpful.)
*Magni/Merlo (Telehandler - Variable Reach Forklift) ability to operate up to 23-35K pounds of Material.
*JLG Telehandler - Operate all different sizes of this equipment *ability to operate 7K & 15K pounds of Material.
*Materials are extremely heavy, can be awkwardly shaped and long.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Assist the Material Services organization by performing duties related to material accountability, operation of the storeroom and storage yards.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks:
1. The following sets forth the principal duties required for the job that are normally to be performed. It is not intended to limit the assignment of work or set the degree of supervision under all conditions. An employee may perform miscellaneous, related and incidental work in addition to that outlined below. These duties will be performed as an entry-level position under a training and learning process. Individuals will be under direct and/or semi-direct supervision and will progress from assisting with these duties to performing them individually with semi-direct supervision and/or job guidance, based on accumulated job knowledge.
2. Issue material under proper authorization; process and file required records which may include picking up, hauling and delivering materials and operating Company automotive equipment such as cars and trucks.
3. Check received material for quantity; make visual inspection for identity, breakage, and condition; initiate and process material receipt and related records.
4. Report irregularities and abnormal conditions
5. Identify, sort and record material returned; place usable material in stock, and sort non-usable material into scrap containers; record applicable information and process related records
6. Operate computer terminals and printers supporting a materials management system, and other office equipment such as calculators, scanners etc.
7. Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage, including preparation of required shipping papers and other related records. This may include shipping and receiving hazardous material, such as gasoline, oil, oil containing PCB, and lead-acid batteries under required safety and environmental procedures.
8. Operate material handling equipment such as hand trucks, forklift trucks, low lift trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, order pickers, or any other equipment as required.
9. Assist supervisor with maintaining efficient storage of materials, rearrangement or change of bins and racks, and making material location changes.
10. Assist in maintaining adequate inventory levels based on current requirements through inventory cycle counts; perform discrepancy adjustments with appropriate approval and process all associated records.
11. Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
12. Perform similar or less skilled work.
13. Perform duties in accordance with Company safety rules, operating regulations, and practice.
WHAT'S NEEDED
Education requirements: High School Diploma or GED
Work Experience: A minimum of one year work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related experience is required. Must possess basic computer skills to use inventory management software such as Maximo; Microsoft Excel and Word experience is also preferred. Must have sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities listed above, and also have the physical capabilities to perform the required work. Must possess a strong working knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory. Must understand and perform basic math functions. Must be able to work independently and possess good communication skills.
Must be able to safely lift up to 70 pounds; successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) is required. Must possess the appropriate State drive license. If a Commercial Drive License (CDL) is required, the incumbent must obtain the CDL within six months of entry into this job classification or vacate the current job classification. Must be able to operate material handling equipment including motorized forklifts and road vehicles.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Other standard benefits as applicable
Distribution List: Construction and SC
ABOUT UNICON
UNICON is a workforce solutions provider with over 35 years of experience supporting organizations across a variety of industries. We partner with our clients to deliver skilled professionals while maintaining a strong focus on quality, compliance, and long-term relationships. UNICON is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.