Nesco resource is looking for a Material Handler located in New Milford, CT. This is a direct hire opportunity for the right candidate.
Shift: Monday-Friday 7AM-3:30PM
Pay: $18-$19/Hour Depending on experience
Position Overview: Reporting to the Logistics and Inventory Supervisor, the Material Handler will divide their time between handling materials and supporting the shipping/receiving department, with the balance fluctuating based on operational needs.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform various shipping and receiving tasks, providing backup support to the Stockroom and Receiving Clerks, as well as other team members.
- Inspect incoming packages for damage and ensure accuracy in descriptions.
- Receive, sort, label, and stock finished goods from vendors or production into the database system.
- Review and fulfill sales orders by picking and packing parts, ensuring quantities and shipping specifications are accurate before preparing items for shipment.
- Retrieve and distribute inventory, job kits, carts, and hardware from the stockroom.
- Pack and ship products domestically and internationally using company software and shipping services such as US Government Client, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and YRC Online.
- Conduct inventory counts and enter data for stock adjustments, transfers, and cycle counts.
- Assist in preparing for annual physical inventory.
- Build crates and packaging for equipment and parts, utilizing instructions from BOMs, engineers, or management as necessary.
- Safely operate power tools, forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other lifting equipment to load and unload trucks.
- Assist other departments with moving equipment or products within the facility as required.
- Ensure outgoing products are in good condition and properly labeled with packing slips, legends, nametags, and any required certifications (e.g., UL stickers).
- Maintain a clean and organized crating and shipping area.
- Manage and maintain inventory on wire racks.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in shipping, receiving, or material handling, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in computer systems, including internet, email, and shipping platforms (FedEx, US Government Client, UPS, DHL).
- Basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
- Skilled in constructing wooden crates for packaging.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and remain on your feet for most of the workday.
- Comfortable using ladders to assist with large crate construction.
- Familiarity with measuring devices, hand tools, and power tools.
- Capable of reading and interpreting drawings and experienced with operating forklifts.
- Strong team player, able to adapt to changing priorities.
- Proficient in reading, writing, and basic math in English.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.