Merchandise Handler - 1st shift

Company: True Value
Location: Harvard
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

True Value Company, one of the world's largest hardlines wholesalers with more than 4,400 independent retailers in over 60 countries, is looking for Merchandise Handlers for our 1st shift at our Harvard Distribution Center.We are looking for personally driven and dependable associates who are interested in working with an enthusiastic, fast-paced, customer-focused team.Scheduled Days:-- - -- - Monday through FridayScheduled Hours:-- - -- -6:00 am - 2:30 pm Starting Pay Rate:-- -$15.25 per hour*** This facility has a Step Progression Plan. After 6 months, the hourly rate will increase to $16.00. After 12 months, the hourly rate will increase to $16.50 and to $17.00 after 18 months.*** Benefits Include:-- - -- -Medical, Prescription Drug Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paind Vacation and Holidays and Weekly PayOur Merchandise Handlers are responsible for safely unloading merchandise from trailers, lifting cartons and product, and checking goods received against purchase orders or invoices. You are also responsible for loading cartons on pallets and other containers for outbound shipment. Stocking shelves with goods received while accurately maintaining records of goods received or shipped is also part of the job. Position Description Our Merchandise Handlers performs the following tasks safely with the customer in mind:Loads and unloads merchandise from trailersLifts cartons and other items frequentlySelects and picks product for shipment to valued store-- -membersMatches goods received with purchase orders and/or-- -invoices using leading edge voice pick technologyEnsures accuracy of all goods handled through record verification matching inventory to order numbersMay operate power equipment including: forklifts,-- -pallet handlers and hand trucksMay use small hand tools such as RF ScannersPrepare merchandise for shipping using shrink wrap-- -machines or other devices Position Qualifications Position QualificationsHigh School diploma/GED or equivalent work experience-- -is preferredMinimum 18 -years-oldMust be able to work overtime with little or no noticeMust be able to stand for long periods of timePhysical Requirements:Ability to work all overtime hoursMust be able to stand and walk 8 or more hours per day (Average 5-10 miles per day)Bending, reaching, twisting, pulling, kneeling and lifting are continuous essential functions of the jobWill lift from 1-75 pounds from floor to five feet level continuously and team lift heavier itemsNormal physical agility is a must We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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