Material Handler I

Job Posting

Essential Responsibilities & Accountabilities :

• Verifies that items have been received correctly by matching product description, quantity, packaging unit, and expiration date (where applicable) on the putaway document or RF device, with the product received. Breaks down products received into correct selling units and puts products into correct stocking location, as noted on the putaway document or RF device.
• Notes discrepancies and marks products for review by department team lead or supervisor as appropriate
• Ensures items with expiration dates have stock rotated accordingly.
• Must learn to utilize RF technology.
• If products or inventory are damaged, brings to designated damaged area in Inventory Control or calls the spill team as appropriate.
• Will also be trained in various distribution functions such as Receiving and Picking.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.

In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities listed above, all positions are also responsible for :

Qualifications :

Specialized Knowledge and Skills :

Good reading, writing, math, and computer skills. Good communication (written / verbal) skills. Detail oriented and accountable for making accurate decisions under set guidelines. Good problem-solving skills. Ability to follow instructions, work under stress, and handle multiple assignments. Ability to read fine print and differentiate products with similar characteristics (size, color, vendor code).

Experience and Compensation :

Knowledge of basic warehousing operations preferred. To the extent this job is performed in Sparks, Nevada, the hourly rate to be offered for this position is $18.00. For internal promotions, this position will be offered at an increase of $1.25 to a current employee's hourly rate. For lateral internal transfers, there will be no change to a current employee's hourly rate.

Other :

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or comparable work experience.

Physical demands refer to the level and duration of physical exertion generally required to perform critical tasks in support of critical job functions, for example - sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

Physical Demands :

Lift, carry or move products up to :

0-25 lbs Continuous

25 - 50 lbs Infrequent

Pushing / pulling : uses hand jack. 25lbs of force is needed.

Gripping and fine hand manipulation : Continuously

Twist / bending : Frequently

Squatting : Frequently

Kneeling : Frequently

Reaching overhead : Occasionally

Climbing ladders / stepstools : Occasionally

Walk / stand on concrete : Continuously

Use of Put away / Replenishment cart : Occasionally

Utilizes hand tools such as utility knife, pallet jack, RF device and tape gun

Continuous temperature-controlled building

May be exposed to dust occasionally

Work in a cold environment occasionally

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.