101 Material Handling jobs in Birmingham

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COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

General Summary :

This is an Operations position responsible for stocking received merchandise in the appropriate location, operating and maintaining equipment associated with warehouse activity and performing other related duties as required.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer skills.

Essential Duties:

• Operates electric forklift, which requires moving levers and pressing pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus in the cooler, freezer, and dry spaces.
• Unloads/loads pallets of products using pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Stores and removes pallets of products from rack locations.
• Puts product in overflow locations.
• Hand stacks product onto/off of pallets and into packing locations as required.
• Maintains a clean work environment by performing duties of sweeping, ice removal, scrubbing with rags and brushes, and removing trash as required.
• Transfers any leftover items to the Home slot at the end of the shift.
• Cleans up aisles and pick up leftover pallets at the end of the shift.
• Performs duties of order selector as needed.

Minimum Requirements :

• Age 18+
• High school diploma/GED or 6 months related warehouse experience or training
• 6 months of warehouse distribution experience
• Ability to work nights

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous stand-up forklift experience

Competencies:

To be successful in this position, the individual performing the duties must successfully demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 -80 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to handle up to 80 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

EEO/AA Employer

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. Were looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Company:

Sales Territory:

Zip Code:

Travel Percentage:

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

General Summary :

This is an Operations position responsible for stocking received merchandise in the appropriate location, operating and maintaining equipment associated with warehouse activity and performing other related duties as required.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer skills.

Essential Duties:

• Operates electric forklift, which requires moving levers and pressing pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus in the cooler, freezer, and dry spaces.
• Unloads/loads pallets of products using pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Stores and removes pallets of products from rack locations.
• Puts product in overflow locations.
• Hand stacks product onto/off of pallets and into packing locations as required.
• Maintains a clean work environment by performing duties of sweeping, ice removal, scrubbing with rags and brushes, and removing trash as required.
• Transfers any leftover items to the Home slot at the end of the shift.
• Cleans up aisles and pick up leftover pallets at the end of the shift.
• Performs duties of order selector as needed.

Minimum Requirements :

• Age 18+
• High school diploma/GED or 6 months related warehouse experience or training
• 6 months of warehouse distribution experience
• Ability to work nights

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous stand-up forklift experience

Competencies:

To be successful in this position, the individual performing the duties must successfully demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 -80 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to handle up to 80 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

EEO/AA Employer

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. Were looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Job Summary:
Forklift Operators at Grainger are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Responsibilities:
- Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
- Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
- Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
- Transport raw materials to production workstations.
- Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
- Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
- Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.

Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a forklift operator.
- Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
- Excellent physical condition and coordination.
- Valid certification to operate forklifts.
- High school diploma or equivalent.

**Job Summary:**

As a Forklift Operator at Walmart, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, stack, and retrieve merchandise within the warehouse or distribution center. Your primary role involves transporting goods to and from storage areas, loading and unloading trucks, and assisting with inventory management tasks. Your attention to safety, accuracy, and efficiency will contribute to Walmart's commitment to maintaining smooth warehouse operations and delivering quality products to customers and stores.

**Key Responsibilities:**

1. **Forklift Operation:**

   - Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment to move merchandise throughout the warehouse.

   - Follow proper operating procedures and safety guidelines to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage to merchandise.

   - Maneuver forklifts in tight spaces and narrow aisles while maintaining control and awareness of surroundings.

2. **Loading and Unloading:**

   - Load and unload trucks, trailers, and shipping containers using forklifts and pallet jacks.

   - Transfer merchandise between storage areas, shipping docks, and delivery trucks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

   - Stack and organize merchandise in storage racks or designated locations within the warehouse.

3. **Inventory Management:**

   - Assist with inventory counting, cycle counts, and stock replenishment as needed.

   - Use handheld devices or computer systems to update inventory records and locate merchandise.

   - Communicate any inventory discrepancies or shortages to supervisors for resolution.

4. **Safety and Compliance:**

   - Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines for forklift operation, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

   - Conduct pre-operational inspections of forklifts and equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.

   - Report any equipment malfunctions, maintenance issues, or safety hazards to supervisors immediately.

5. **Team Collaboration:**

   - Work collaboratively with warehouse associates, supervisors, and logistics personnel to achieve daily operational goals.

   - Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate tasks, resolve issues, and maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

**Qualifications:**

- Valid forklift operator certification or license required.

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

- Previous experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment in a warehouse or industrial setting.

- Knowledge of forklift safety procedures, operating principles, and maintenance practices.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling merchandise and inventory.

- Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

**Physical Requirements:**

- Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment for extended periods.

- Physical agility to maneuver and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) using appropriate equipment.

- Ability to stand, sit, and walk for long periods and work in varying temperatures and environmental conditions.

**Working Conditions:**

- Warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and physical hazards.

- Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.

- Interaction with team members, supervisors, and delivery personnel throughout the shift.

**Conclusion:**

As a Forklift Operator at Walmart, you will play a critical role in the efficient movement and handling of merchandise within the warehouse. Your expertise in forklift operation, attention to safety, and commitment to accuracy will contribute to the success of Walmart's logistics and fulfillment operations. If you are skilled in forklift operation, safety-conscious, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of the Walmart team.

Job Summary:
Forklift Operators at Grainger are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Responsibilities:
- Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
- Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
- Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
- Transport raw materials to production workstations.
- Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
- Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
- Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.

Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a forklift operator.
- Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
- Excellent physical condition and coordination.
- Valid certification to operate forklifts.
- High school diploma or equivalent.

Job Title: Forklift Operator
Employer: Lowe’s

Job Description:

As a Forklift Operator at Lowe’s, you will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. You will ensure the safe and efficient handling of goods, supporting the overall operations of the warehouse and facilitating the timely replenishment of store inventory.

Key Responsibilities:
- Operate a forklift to move materials throughout the warehouse.
- Load and unload delivery trucks and trailers.
- Ensure the safe and secure handling of packages.
- Assist with inventory management and stock rotation.
- Perform regular maintenance checks on the forklift.
- Follow safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Collaborate with warehouse staff to meet productivity goals.

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid forklift operator certification.
- Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse setting.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
- Strong attention to detail and safety protocols.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.

Job Summary:
Forklift Operators at Grainger are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Responsibilities:
- Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
- Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
- Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
- Transport raw materials to production workstations.
- Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
- Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
- Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.

Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a forklift operator.
- Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
- Excellent physical condition and coordination.
- Valid certification to operate forklifts.
- High school diploma or equivalent.

Job Summary:
Forklift Operators at Grainger are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Responsibilities:
- Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
- Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
- Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
- Transport raw materials to production workstations.
- Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
- Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
- Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.

Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a forklift operator.
- Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
- Excellent physical condition and coordination.
- Valid certification to operate forklifts.
- High school diploma or equivalent.

**Job Summary:**

As a Forklift Operator at Walmart, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, stack, and retrieve merchandise within the warehouse or distribution center. Your primary role involves transporting goods to and from storage areas, loading and unloading trucks, and assisting with inventory management tasks. Your attention to safety, accuracy, and efficiency will contribute to Walmart's commitment to maintaining smooth warehouse operations and delivering quality products to customers and stores.

**Key Responsibilities:**

1. **Forklift Operation:**

   - Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment to move merchandise throughout the warehouse.

   - Follow proper operating procedures and safety guidelines to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage to merchandise.

   - Maneuver forklifts in tight spaces and narrow aisles while maintaining control and awareness of surroundings.

2. **Loading and Unloading:**

   - Load and unload trucks, trailers, and shipping containers using forklifts and pallet jacks.

   - Transfer merchandise between storage areas, shipping docks, and delivery trucks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

   - Stack and organize merchandise in storage racks or designated locations within the warehouse.

3. **Inventory Management:**

   - Assist with inventory counting, cycle counts, and stock replenishment as needed.

   - Use handheld devices or computer systems to update inventory records and locate merchandise.

   - Communicate any inventory discrepancies or shortages to supervisors for resolution.

4. **Safety and Compliance:**

   - Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines for forklift operation, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

   - Conduct pre-operational inspections of forklifts and equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.

   - Report any equipment malfunctions, maintenance issues, or safety hazards to supervisors immediately.

5. **Team Collaboration:**

   - Work collaboratively with warehouse associates, supervisors, and logistics personnel to achieve daily operational goals.

   - Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate tasks, resolve issues, and maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

**Qualifications:**

- Valid forklift operator certification or license required.

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

- Previous experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment in a warehouse or industrial setting.

- Knowledge of forklift safety procedures, operating principles, and maintenance practices.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling merchandise and inventory.

- Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

**Physical Requirements:**

- Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment for extended periods.

- Physical agility to maneuver and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) using appropriate equipment.

- Ability to stand, sit, and walk for long periods and work in varying temperatures and environmental conditions.

**Working Conditions:**

- Warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and physical hazards.

- Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.

- Interaction with team members, supervisors, and delivery personnel throughout the shift.

**Conclusion:**

As a Forklift Operator at Walmart, you will play a critical role in the efficient movement and handling of merchandise within the warehouse. Your expertise in forklift operation, attention to safety, and commitment to accuracy will contribute to the success of Walmart's logistics and fulfillment operations. If you are skilled in forklift operation, safety-conscious, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of the Walmart team.