Material Handler
Steris Applied, Sterilization Technologies
Ontario
04.2019 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Organized warehouse shelves, racks, and bins for proper storage of materials.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement in order to increase efficiency.
- Assigned tasks and workloads to team members based on their abilities, availability and priority levels.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop efficient methods for storing goods.
- Investigated discrepancies between inventory records and actual stock on hand.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Verified accuracy of shipments against purchase orders and invoices.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment.
- Transported hazardous materials safely according to established protocols.
- Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packaging, labeling, and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities such as seminars or trainings.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning the use of protective gear while on duty.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Logged unit quantities and entered data into inventory database.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Trained other staff members on proper use of material handling equipment and safety protocols.