Material handler job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Material handlers are often hired to work in production plants or warehouses where they are in charge of managing raw or ready-made materials, looking for specific materials on the shelves, packaging these materials, and facilitating delivery or distribution. They may sometimes be asked to receive deliveries to the warehouse as well.
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Example material handler requirements on a job description
Material handler requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in material handler job postings.
Sample material handler requirements
- Physical strength and stamina
- Ability to operate forklifts and other equipment
- Knowledge of inventory software
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents
- Experience in warehouse management
Sample required material handler soft skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team
- Good communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management skills
Material handler job description example 1
O'Reilly Auto Parts material handler job description
Material Handler FULL-TIME
$19/hr
O'Reilly is now hiring dedicated and hardworking Warehouse Workers, who thrive in a fast-paced environment! Our Warehouse Workers are a crucial part of our team and important to the overall success of the warehouse. Your high level of accuracy and productivity helps us ensure the right products get to the right place at the right time. We offer onsite interviews and same day hiring decisions. This is the career opportunity for you! Explore our culture and come be a part of it.
What you will do:
- Matching numbers quickly and accurately
- Stocking products and load totes for delivery
Starting hourly wage $21/hr, shift differential is $1.25, equipment differential is $1.00
Bonus available of $2,000 will discuss in interview
SEA-01 WS-01
Schedule
Shift start: 4:00AM or 11:30AM
Shift length:
Benefits
Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days 401(k) plan
Qualifications
Must pass drug screen Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
Basic computer skills Ability to work closely with others in a team environment If applicable, ability to operate a Cherry Picker; training provided Flexibility for overtime opportunities Pass MVR check, as applicable for the role.
About O'Reilly Auto Parts
O'Reilly Auto parts is one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States serving both the professional service providers and do-it-yourself retail customers. Founded in Springfield, MO in 1957 by Charles Francis “C.F.” and Charles H. “Chub” O'Reilly, the company now operates more than 5,000 stores in 47 states with 77,000-plus team members. The underlying spirit and philosophy of O'Reilly, has been one of growth and progress, both for the company and its team members. This, as well as the company's strong culture, remain
$19/hr
O'Reilly is now hiring dedicated and hardworking Warehouse Workers, who thrive in a fast-paced environment! Our Warehouse Workers are a crucial part of our team and important to the overall success of the warehouse. Your high level of accuracy and productivity helps us ensure the right products get to the right place at the right time. We offer onsite interviews and same day hiring decisions. This is the career opportunity for you! Explore our culture and come be a part of it.
What you will do:
- Matching numbers quickly and accurately
- Stocking products and load totes for delivery
Starting hourly wage $21/hr, shift differential is $1.25, equipment differential is $1.00
Bonus available of $2,000 will discuss in interview
SEA-01 WS-01
Schedule
Shift start: 4:00AM or 11:30AM
Shift length:
Benefits
Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days 401(k) plan
Qualifications
Must pass drug screen Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
Basic computer skills Ability to work closely with others in a team environment If applicable, ability to operate a Cherry Picker; training provided Flexibility for overtime opportunities Pass MVR check, as applicable for the role.
About O'Reilly Auto Parts
O'Reilly Auto parts is one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States serving both the professional service providers and do-it-yourself retail customers. Founded in Springfield, MO in 1957 by Charles Francis “C.F.” and Charles H. “Chub” O'Reilly, the company now operates more than 5,000 stores in 47 states with 77,000-plus team members. The underlying spirit and philosophy of O'Reilly, has been one of growth and progress, both for the company and its team members. This, as well as the company's strong culture, remain
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Material handler job description example 2
Trinity Health material handler job description
**POSITION PURPOSE**
Material handlers transport equipment, linen, supplies, trash, food, and pharmacy carts to designated areas. Maintains appropriate stock in each area. Maintain and monitor the use of the automatic guided vehicle system. Cleans and sanitizes linen carts using cart washing equipment.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
Transports and delivers equipment, linen, supplies, trash, food, and pharmacy cart by user departments from general stores. Responsible for unit inventories and coordination of linens to assure adequate daily par levels and supply needs. Operates freight elevator to transport medical and non-medical supplies to and from the designated areas. Works closely with receiving dock handlers in unloading SJMHS vehicles delivering supplies from the Material Center to the hospital dock. Works closely with Receiving Dock Handlers to coordinate flow of supplies, linen, food, equipment, trash, and pharmacy carts to all user departments. Monitor and support AGVs; provide first response to down AGV, and clean AGV units as needed. Responsible for basic trouble shooting to keep units running. Unloads Co-op laundry trucks and transports clean linen to the clean linen holding area. Prepares unit specific clean linen exchange carts following prescribed schedule and par level. Delivers clean linen exchange carts to specific department locations. Collects soiled linen daily from SJMH units and transports to dock. Transfers soiled linen from SJMH collection carts to Co-op laundry carts in preparation for transports to Co-op Laundry. Collects materials from SJMH departments designated for warehousing and archives. Maintains required distribution records. Answer telephone and respond to routine inquires and maintains good Customer Service. Maintains elevator, clean receiving rooms, soiled sending rooms and the areas of the basement next to the elevator, in an orderly manner. Operates SJMH trucks to transport linen between Material Center and hospital dock on Saturdays and Sundays. Operates power industrial type pallet jack to transport heavy supplies throughout SJMHS. Prepares outbound items for disposal or off-site storage of hospital archives and records. Responsible for backing up job duties of Receiving Dock Handlers in event of staff shortage or emergencies. Other duties assigned by SDL or Team Leader(s).
**OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
Performs all Characteristic/Essential duties of an Environmental Aide, Environmental Specialists, and Waste Handler.
**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND** **CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**
**Education:** Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Basic skills in reading, writing and arithmetic.
**Licensure:** Valid Michigan driver's license with chauffer's endorsement along with a good driving record. Must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical. If no chauffer's endorsement at time of hire, it must be obtained within 30 days.
**REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
Must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to interact with coworkers, vendors, and other staff in a positive and constructive manner. Ability to perform heavy physical labor such as constant bending, stooping and lifting. Ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 70 lbs. Prioritize assigned tasks and organize work. Walk and stand approximately 90% of work time. Ability to use and read a platform scale and perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to operate large vehicle
**Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**
Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
Material handlers transport equipment, linen, supplies, trash, food, and pharmacy carts to designated areas. Maintains appropriate stock in each area. Maintain and monitor the use of the automatic guided vehicle system. Cleans and sanitizes linen carts using cart washing equipment.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
Transports and delivers equipment, linen, supplies, trash, food, and pharmacy cart by user departments from general stores. Responsible for unit inventories and coordination of linens to assure adequate daily par levels and supply needs. Operates freight elevator to transport medical and non-medical supplies to and from the designated areas. Works closely with receiving dock handlers in unloading SJMHS vehicles delivering supplies from the Material Center to the hospital dock. Works closely with Receiving Dock Handlers to coordinate flow of supplies, linen, food, equipment, trash, and pharmacy carts to all user departments. Monitor and support AGVs; provide first response to down AGV, and clean AGV units as needed. Responsible for basic trouble shooting to keep units running. Unloads Co-op laundry trucks and transports clean linen to the clean linen holding area. Prepares unit specific clean linen exchange carts following prescribed schedule and par level. Delivers clean linen exchange carts to specific department locations. Collects soiled linen daily from SJMH units and transports to dock. Transfers soiled linen from SJMH collection carts to Co-op laundry carts in preparation for transports to Co-op Laundry. Collects materials from SJMH departments designated for warehousing and archives. Maintains required distribution records. Answer telephone and respond to routine inquires and maintains good Customer Service. Maintains elevator, clean receiving rooms, soiled sending rooms and the areas of the basement next to the elevator, in an orderly manner. Operates SJMH trucks to transport linen between Material Center and hospital dock on Saturdays and Sundays. Operates power industrial type pallet jack to transport heavy supplies throughout SJMHS. Prepares outbound items for disposal or off-site storage of hospital archives and records. Responsible for backing up job duties of Receiving Dock Handlers in event of staff shortage or emergencies. Other duties assigned by SDL or Team Leader(s).
**OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
Performs all Characteristic/Essential duties of an Environmental Aide, Environmental Specialists, and Waste Handler.
**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND** **CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**
**Education:** Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Basic skills in reading, writing and arithmetic.
**Licensure:** Valid Michigan driver's license with chauffer's endorsement along with a good driving record. Must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical. If no chauffer's endorsement at time of hire, it must be obtained within 30 days.
**REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
Must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to interact with coworkers, vendors, and other staff in a positive and constructive manner. Ability to perform heavy physical labor such as constant bending, stooping and lifting. Ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 70 lbs. Prioritize assigned tasks and organize work. Walk and stand approximately 90% of work time. Ability to use and read a platform scale and perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to operate large vehicle
**Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**
Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
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Material handler job description example 3
CVS Health material handler job description
Earn up to $16.75 per hour depending on shift Join #TeamCVS and play an important part in delivering the kind of service that keeps our customers coming back to CVS Pharmacy. You'll work with other dedicated individuals in a fast-paced warehouse environment that inspires you to grow your skills and advance your career.As an Order Selector, you will:• Read store orders from a tablet which will include: item locations, descriptions, and quantity needed• Select the needed pieces of merchandise and place them into a tote or box• Cross train in other warehouse responsibilities• Report to the Operations ManagerBenefits• 401 (k) match• Insurance packages available• Stock purchase program• Store discounts• Paid breaks• Paid time off• Paid holidays• Growth opportunities
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
Minimum: 16
Maximum: 16
Please keep in mind that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.
Required Qualifications
• Must be at least 18 years of age• Able to lift 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally as a team lift• Able to work overtime
Preferred Qualifications
+ Previous warehouse experience
Education
+ High school diploma or equivalent required
Business Overview
At CVS Health, we are joined in a common purpose: helping people on their path to better health. We are working to transform health care through innovations that make quality care more accessible, easier to use, less expensive and patient-focused. Working together and organizing around the individual, we are pioneering a new approach to total health that puts people at the heart.
We strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. CVS Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status or on any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for CVS Health job opportunities.
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
Minimum: 16
Maximum: 16
Please keep in mind that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.
Required Qualifications
• Must be at least 18 years of age• Able to lift 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally as a team lift• Able to work overtime
Preferred Qualifications
+ Previous warehouse experience
Education
+ High school diploma or equivalent required
Business Overview
At CVS Health, we are joined in a common purpose: helping people on their path to better health. We are working to transform health care through innovations that make quality care more accessible, easier to use, less expensive and patient-focused. Working together and organizing around the individual, we are pioneering a new approach to total health that puts people at the heart.
We strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. CVS Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status or on any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for CVS Health job opportunities.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024