Material handler/warehouse jobs in Alabama - 1,377 jobs

Click Below to Apply: **************************************************** Re-Advertised & Revised R-0117 Reference#**********3 Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB's efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment. Position: Warehouse Clerk/Delivery Driver, Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) Base Supply Center, Redstone Arsenal Huntsville, Alabama ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB) Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year. Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work. The Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) is one component of the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind (AIDB). AIB includes the manufacturing facility in Talladega, Alabama, and Birmingham, Alabama, along with the operations of five Base Supply Centers in two states, which are located on Redstone Arsenal, Fort Novosel, Anniston Army Depot, Robins Air Force Base, and Moody Air Force Base. Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB) partners with the National Industries for the Blind and The AbilityOne Program. The AbilityOne Program exists to create and enhance employment opportunities for individuals that are blind and/or have significant disabilities, as it promotes a workplace that provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job equal to those employees without disabilities. A reasonable accommodation will be provided to employees with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. ABOUT THE ROLE The Warehouse Clerk/Delivery Driver role will be responsible for the operation of the Alabama Industries for the Blind Warehouse at the Base Supply Center. ABOUT YOU You will play a vital role in the operations of the Base Supply Center as you will be a part of the AIB team in producing high-quality work. This position reports to the Store Manager - Base Supply Center, Redstone Arsenal. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or GED. • Possess a valid Driver's License and be able to be insured by the AIDB insurance carrier. • Must possess computer skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and a Google Suite. • Minimum one (1) year work experience in shipping and/or receiving. • Must be physically capable of lifting, moving, carrying, and handling numerous boxes weighing up to 60 pounds on a regular basis. • Must be able to drive truck from 1 1⁄2 tons capacity to 4 tons capacity with up to six-wheel drive. • Possess a REAL ID compliant, STAR ID or valid U.S. Passport to gain access to the military base. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum one (1) year of experience working with individuals who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled, or has another significant disability. • Minimum one (1) year of work experience in a retail store environment. • Minimum one (1) year of experience operating material handling equipment. • Minimum one (1) year of work experience on a delivery route. POSITION REQUIREMENTS • Must follow AIDB policies and procedures. • Must follow Redstone Arsenal guidance and regulations to maintain access to the base. • Must understand, support, and follow the mission of the AbilityOne Program by remaining in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements set forth in the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act. You are expected to conduct all business ethically and lawfully. • Attend conferences, in-service training, and other functions as directed by the supervisor. • Must comply with all AIB safety requirements. This includes proper safe lifting techniques at all times. • Must follow the AIDB policies or procedures related to the operations of an AIB vehicle by retaining and submitting all receipts or invoices for gasoline purchases or emergency road repair. • Demonstrate a good attendance record. May be required to work overtime to meet on time delivery schedules. • Must be able to perform your responsibilities that sets a good example for others to follow. • Must be able to deal pleasantly and courteously with all of the AIB Team. • Must be able to follow instructions and deal with changes in the work assignments. • Perform your responsibilities that sets a good example for others to follow and demonstrate good leadership skills along with organizational skills. Operate material handling equipment to include a forklift and pallet jacks, and be responsible for loading AIB vehicles to delivery products to the customer. Follow instruction from Store Manager on coordinating a route schedule. Collaboratively work together to plan the route schedule and communicate delivery information. Monitor the performance of AIB vehicles and report mechanical problems as soon as they are detected. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for the organization, upkeep, and cleanliness of the warehouse area. • Maintain physical control of all inventory, materials, and supplies of the warehouse for external shipping, external receiving, and internal movement of goods. • Perform inventory cycle counts and perform periodic company physical inventory counts. • Must be able to operate material handling equipment to include a forklift and pallet jacks, and be responsible for unloading freight carriers and placing merchandise into the proper storage area. • Inspection of items, reconciling shipping documents with purchasing records and maintain all required documentation with data entry of all inventory and warehouse materials. • Responsible for resolving shipping discrepancies, working with staff, accounts payable clerk, and the vendor. • Maintain hazardous material records in compliance with military, federal, state, and AIDB requirements. • Assemble, sort, repackage, and generally prepare merchandise for placement on the shelves in the Base Supply Center and bulk sales areas. • Must be able to drive trucks from 1 1⁄2 to 4 tons capacity with up to six-wheel drive to pick up and transport materials, supplies, and equipment to customers. • Assist the Store Clerk with inventory, price, and restock merchandise displays and shelves, change price tags on merchandise based on the price list, set up advertising signs and displays with merchandise to attract and promote sales. • Assist customers with package purchases in bags or cartons and assist with loading into the customer's vehicle. • Assist in receiving, inspecting, labeling and preparing merchandise for shipping. • Transport materials, supplies, and equipment to customers and obtain applicable signatures for delivered materials and supplies. • Prepare trip and maintain accurate trip tickets, service reports, and accident reports. • Assure cargo is loaded properly arranged, secured, and that the vehicle is not loaded beyond its capacity. • Determine the best route to take to deliver the materials and supplies to avoid transportation damage. • Must possess or develop an understanding of cultures and needs of persons who are deaf, blind or deaf/blind, ensuring all actions and decisions demonstrate a respect for and value of persons with sensory loss. • Must attend Disability Sensitivity Training within the first six (6) months of employment. SALARY: $ 16.33 - $19.27 Scale IB Rank 34 Direct deposit is required. The work schedule is based on 8 hours each day with a total of 40 hours each work week. This is not an exempt position, and is subject to overtime of the Fair Labor Standards Act. AIDB Benefits Summary: The annual employment period will be 260 days to include AIDB Benefits as established by the President and the Board of Trustees. • Teachers' Retirement System *************************** • Supplemental Retirement Programs (RSA-1 and TIAA-CREF) • Public Education Employees' Health Insurance Plan ****************************** • Term Life Insurance • Leave Policy (Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Paid Holidays) • Employee Assistance Services Program • Focus on Upward Mobility Program DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Opened Until Filled Click Below to Apply: ****************************************************