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The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title: • Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas • Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, or product code • Restock material in assigned bin location; or fill requisitions for materials and distribute items to designated delivery trucks • Stack or assemble materials into bundles and band bundles together; package orders for shipping, pick up or truck delivery • Measure, cut and package material • Complete Material Movement paperwork • Open boxes, crates, and other containers • Examine stock for deterioration and defects, and reports findings • Assist in counting of physical inventory • Inspect Raymond fork lift daily for damages and report findings • Load and operate Raymond fork-lifts; load trucks for next day deliveries • Keep warehouse and work area organized at all times • Comply with Company and OSHA policies; participate in safety and accident preventative meetings • Wear safety equipment at all times • Perform facilities maintenance duties as needed • Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
Salary estimate
$60,000 – $81,000/yr
Provided by the employer.
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