Material Handler

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the accurate and efficient movement of product throughout the David C Cook Elgin Distribution Facility, supporting every stage of the distribution cycle from receiving through fulfillment. Core responsibilities include inbound stock preparation, replenishment to flow racks and pallet positions, order picking across TL, LTL, and small package, and participation in the cycle counting program. The role requires certified operation of sit-down and stand-up forklifts, order pickers, and scissor lifts, as well as proficient use of Körber Edge WMS and handheld scanning equipment. As a multi-functional contributor on the distribution floor, this position is expected to maintain high standards of accuracy, safety, and housekeeping across all assigned areas.

Essential Duties

System-Driven Distribution

• Multi-Functional Assignment: Perform distribution-related functions across various areas including replenishment, bin/bulk order pulling, stocking, and receiving/returns.
• Inbound Logistics: Assist in preparing incoming stock for warehouse put-away; ensure quality control steps are performed and enter documentation into the WMS accurately.
• Replenishment & Stocking: Perform precise replenishment to flow racks, shelving, and pallet positions; consolidate stock for maximum space utilization.
• Fulfillment Support: Pull TL, LTL, and Small Package Case picks; label and stage pallets for shipment building.
• Special Projects: Assist with quarterly curriculum changeovers (disposal, transfers, and setting up new forward pick locations); pull and stage products for kit building, remainder orders, and disposals.

Inventory & Quality Control

• Asset Integrity: Identify and put away resalable return goods and participate actively in the cycle counting program.
• Metric Focus: Work effectively in a metric-driven environment to maintain high standards of accuracy and operational flow.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in implementation and contribute ideas for improvements to the distribution process in a group setting.

Leadership & Safety

• People & Culture: Serve as a positive role model and promote a culture based on core values, honesty, integrity, and mutual encouragement.
• Facility Stewardship: Perform preventative maintenance (battery watering/recharging); maintain tools and dock areas to ensure they are always in good operating condition.
• Safety & Housekeeping: Follow all facility safety policies; maintain a neat, clean, and safe work area with a continuous focus on housekeeping.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• System Proficiency: Specialized knowledge of Körber Edge WMS and expert use of handheld scanners to access and update information for receiving, counting, and order processing.
• Equipment Mastery: Lift Truck Certified with proven experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts, order pickers, and scissor lifts, including basic lift truck maintenance.
• Warehouse Knowledge: Basic knowledge of layout, item identification codes, and storage areas to ensure correct placement of stock, signatures, and materials following SOPs.
• Tools: Proficiency with manual dollies, pallet jacks, strapping equipment, stretch wrapping tools, tape fasteners, and hand tools (hammers, pliers, etc.).

Communication & Mathematical Skills

• Mathematical: Strong math skills with the ability to accurately read, copy, and record figures and unit-of-issue data.
• Documentation: Ability to complete appropriate physical and digital forms relating to stock description, quantity, and labeling requirements for incoming/outgoing materials.
• Interpersonal: Ability to interface with plant management, supervisors, and production personnel to effectively communicate needs and perform tasks.

Qualifications

• On the Job Experience: 0–2 years of experience in Distribution/Logistics (Material Handling, Receiving, or Cycle Counting).
• Formal Education: High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent.

Working Conditions:

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

• Moderate noise (i.e., conveyors, forklifts, horns, business office with computers, phones, and printers, light traffic).
• Ability to stand and walk for an extended period.
• Work hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) are typical, but one must have a willingness and flexibility to work during evenings and weekends when necessary.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, reach, bend, lift, twist, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate equipment and handheld computer.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required
• Regular, predictable attendance is expected; including demand-driven hours as business, demands dictate.

Working Conditions:

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

• Moderate noise (i.e., conveyors, forklifts, horns, business office with computers, phones, and printers, light traffic).
• Ability to stand and walk for an extended period.
• Work hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) are typical, but one must have a willingness and flexibility to work during evenings and weekends when necessary.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, reach, bend, lift, twist, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate equipment and handheld computer.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required
• Regular, predictable attendance is expected; including demand-driven hours as business, demands dictate.

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical Plan: HDHP w/ HSA (All Staff) or Direct Primary Care Option (Colorado Employees Only)
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) w/ Company Match ($0.50 on the $1 up to 10% of eligible compensation)
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance Options
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident
• Life Assistance Plan

Other Benefits:

• Adoption Benefit
• Benevolence Fund
• Service Recognition Leave
• Volunteer Days
• Holidays
• Sick Time
• Pet Insurance Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity Leave
• Paternity Leave
• New Childbirth Assistance