Material Handler
Dicks Distribution Center
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring safe handling of products.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and stock organization.
- Assisted in implementing safety protocols, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Trained new hires on proper material handling techniques and safety standards.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Trained new employees on best practices for material handling, fostering skilled and knowledgeable team.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.