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Material Handlers Purpose of Classification: Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies. Distinguishing Characteristics: This is second in a series of six classifications. Incumbents perform many of the same duties as a Materials Handler Assistant, but are distinguished in that incumbents exercise decision-making and independent judgment due to a broader knowledge of the materials handling operation, and provide on the job training and problem resolution to others. Incumbents may be responsible for a higher volume, high dollar amount and/or be assigned responsibility over one or more specified areas. Incumbents are expected to handle high-dollar cost and fragile equipment or supplies and hazardous materials, such as chemicals or gases, when necessary. May be required to lift heavy objects. Example of Duties: - Counts, weighs or measures incoming or outgoing items to compare identifying information and variety against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records; examines incoming shipments for damage or shortages and corresponds with shipper to rectify; completes paperwork or forms required for documentation. - Determines method of shipment utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates; prepares materials for shipping by weighing, packaging and stamping; prepares necessary shipping forms such as bills of lading. - Provides on the job training to lower level employees and resolves problems utilizing knowledge of shipping/receiving/stock operations. - Participates in routing, counting and inspecting items while loading and unloading trucks; delivers and returns items. - Transports high technology, high dollar cost equipment, laboratory supplies, office supplies, furniture and hazardous materials to customers; secures cargo properly and safely with weight evenly distributed. - Performs vehicle inspection as required by Federal and Arizona State Law; ensures proper documentation and package marking with appropriate placards when moving hazardous materials. - Fills orders and issues materials and supplies per requests; documents transactions appropriately; prepares requisitions and computes costs; keeps records of storeroom inventory. - Performs minor repairs on stock items or equipment - Participates in ordering or purchasing standard stock items, such as recommending additions or deletions to standard stock items or ordering replenishments within established procedures and limits. - Utilizes computerized or automated systems to accomplish tasks Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of automated or computerized system operation. • Knowledge of record keeping practices • Knowledge of safety practices • Skill in lifting heavy packages and objects. • Ability to effectively communicate. Minimum Qualifications: One year of shipping/receiving experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education approved by Human Resources |
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