Builders Choice Lumber, Material Handler

** Builders Choice Lumber, Material Handler**

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**JOB SUMMARY**

The Material Handler is a member of the yard crew with the responsibility of facilitating the timely flow of materials to and from customers and vendors. * Ensures proper handling of building materials to limit damage.

* Facilitates proper packaging of building materials to minimize damage during loading & transportation.

* Moves material from the warehouse or yard using a forklift, hand truck or other types of equipment.

* Properly builds loads considering the end users order of use, weight, and proper placement on the truck in relation to the delivery schedule.

* Communicate and coordinate with employees and the yard lead to ensure the on time and accurate fulfillment eceiving of sales and purchase orders.

* Communicates effectively with will call customers to safely transfer loads onto customer trucks and trailers.

* Move, lift, and handle material shipments as required when offloading company freight.

* Assess hazardous material shipments, completes the applicable forms required for compliance.

* Perform other related duties as assigned.

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* Three (3) years, or more, working in shipping and receiving or another related field.

* One (1) year of forklift experience.

* Ability to obtain a forklift certification within 30 days of hire.

* Ability to work outside or in a cold environment for long durations.

* Ability to work varying hours and overtime as required by the position.

* Ability to obtain any medical clearances required for the position.