Distribution Associate - Akron 2nd shift (2p-10p)

Position:                   Distribution Associate / Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Reports To:             Shift Supervisor

Job Class:                Hourly, Non-Exempt (overtime eligible)

Location:                  Akron, OH

General Responsibilities: The primary focus of a Distribution Associate / Material Handler is to efficiently perform functions supporting movement of material throughout the facility, ultimately ensuring that a quality product is delivered to our customers. Tasks include picking and palletizing orders, pulling stock from the warehouse to supply the pick lines, staging outbound loads, loading and operating a wrapping machine, loading outbound loads, unloading inbound trailers, stocking product from the dock, labelling pallets, housekeeping and other duties as assigned by the shift supervisor or team lead.  A combination of hand held scanners, center riders and stand-up forklifts will be utilized.

Job Responsibilities:   

• Ensure your personal safety and the safety of others working and travelling around you.
• Pick pallets and load/unload items correctly, according to customer requirements.
• Perform daily inspections of lift truck per inspection form.
• Accurately complete paperwork for transactions.
• Use and understand the electronic inventory management system (PKMS).
• Properly assign and track daily time in the productivity system.
• Perform housekeeping activities to maintain a clean work environment.
• Adheres to Newell cultural initiatives and inspires others to do the same.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors, team leaders and trainers.

Qualifications:

• Has a ‘safety first’ outlook and is willing to keep oneself and others safe.
• Able to bend, squat, twist, climb, reach and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Able to stand, walk, and enter/exit machinery as needed to perform job related tasks.
• Previous fork lift certification or the ability to be trained to operate a fork lift.
• Self-motivated to work in a fast-paced environment with little supervision.
• Strong communicator who works well with others on a team.
• Stays organized, focused, and has a positive attitude.
• Coachable with a willingness to train and grow with the company.
• Follows written and verbal instructions.