Material Handler I (Day Shift - T-F)

At A-dec, we do more than create the highest quality products and services for the dental industry; we strive to deliver a superior employment experience for each of our team members. With an environment that encourages and assists each person in developing to their highest potential, a career at A-dec is incredibly rewarding.

Overview

Material Handler I performs manual & clerical duties related to the shipment of component and finished goods, materials, supplies & equipment and effectively follows the process for shipping hazardous materials.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates with other Material Handlers to reach daily production needs/goals.
• Achieves and maintains productivity standards, follows all safety guidelines.
• Supports order fulfillment, order picking, and order packing. Provides shipping documents including Bill of Lading (BOL) invoice, etc. Receives and puts away parts.
• Inspects personal production, to achieve and maintain quality standards, may make recommendations for improvement.
• Effectively follows the process for shipping hazardous materials, including the use of “Hazmat-how-to read” stickers and appropriate use of shipping documents set by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and carriers.
• Receives products from other areas and records serial numbers, project numbers, production orders, replenishment orders, and change logs. Responsible for Product Quality Reports (PQRs), accurate cycle counts, processing late sales orders, and amending shortages.
• Routinely works with the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, various shipping software to access necessary product and shipping information.
• Performs consolidation and kitting by reading production orders, material check lists, and following standard product kitting procedures.
• Recommends appropriate carriers for the most cost-effective shipping methods and performs a final audit before products are shipped to customers.
• Follows safety guidelines, identifies potential safety hazards, and initiates corrective action when necessary.
• May drive company truck to pick-up and deliver products to appropriate buildings

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to interpret picking list to effectively pull products for shipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate information, both orally and in writing, along with the ability to resolve discrepancies with various departments.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations with an understanding of decimal/fraction equivalence.
• Must be HazMat certified or become certified within the first 90 days in the job.
• Must show demonstrated ability to use tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential shipping functions (i.e., counting scales, shipping systems, and computers).

Education and Experience

• Previous warehousing or shipping experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not to be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A-dec reserves the right to assign job duties and days and hours of work based on factors such as workload requirements, staffing levels, and customer demands.

At A-dec, we value our people and show it by prioritizing an inclusive culture, total well-being, and opportunities for learning and career advancement. 

A background check and screen for the illegal use of drugs is required.
 
A-dec is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, A-dec will not discriminate against applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor” 

A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.