Material Handler Night Shift

Job DescriptionPosition Summary The material handler is responsible for distributing the necessary materials to the appropriate locations, i.e. customers, vendors, and drivers. This may include pulling inventory, inspecting products, cleaning products, sanitizing products, decompressing products, moving stock and other materials to fulfill orders, and unloading product deliveries by pulling them off of trucks and putting them on shelves or designated locations.Essential FunctionsLoad and unload incoming and outgoing materials and products. Move materials to and from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and manufacturing areas and verify they are in good condition. Identify and label materials, and record their locations in the warehouse/on the shelves to maintain inventory. Inspect products and sanitize and get ready for sale. Will decompress product and get ready for salePrepare finished products for shipment by identifying their location, then pulling, packing, and loading them. Perform and report cycle counts. Accompany drivers to make deliveries and pickups to customers, stores, and vendors. Comply with all warehouse safety rules and guidelinesWill inspect product with vendors and other departments to identify final resolution of product which includes but is not limited to matts, boxes, furniture, and adjustable bases. Will pick and dispose of product that is deemed defective by vendors, and internal and external departments. Will assist other internal and external departments in requests made by them including but not limited to requests made in the ticket system and basecamp. Pick products and stages for internal and external drivers. May set up areas, offices, or rooms for events and remove products, and put them away when events are completed. Operate trucks, forklifts, and other equipment to move freightComplete a forklift inspection as outlined on the forklift Inspection checklist. Responsible for ensuring all areas of the Distribution Center are clean, organized and the product is safely and securely stored. Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company's discretion. CompetenciesExcellent time management skills and ability to multitaskTeam player who works together with multiple teams to create effective solutions. Attention to detail and problem solvingStrong organizational and planning skillsExcellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing. Ability to work independently. Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis role does not have any supervisory responsibilities. Work environment Typical office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires work at a computer/video display terminal and desk for extended periods. Must Be Willing to Work Overtime, Holidays, and Rotating Shifts. Physical demandsThe ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner is required for this position. Requires regular twisting/turning/squatting/bending/reaching/lifting and prolonged periods at a stationary/mobile work station. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person. Sit ‘n Sleep will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to Sit ‘n Sleep. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations should submit a written request may contact the Human Resources Department via email at hr@sitnsleep.com or via telephone at 310-608-6838.Travel Required No travel requiredRequired Education And ExperienceEducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent. Experience Prior experience working in a warehouse setting or logistics; experience in operating material handling equipment preferred (order picker, forklift driver, receiving clerk, quality inspection, inventory control, etc.) Preferred experience driving cherry picker forklift Preferred experience with RF scanners Must be able to work well in a team. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Highly organized with attention to details Must have excellent customer service skills Ability to read, write and follow instructions, and work independently with little guidance Ability to stand or walk for extended periods; ability to bend and lift heavy materials (50 pounds). Ability to operate computers and relevant warehouse management computer software. Willingness to work flexible hours, including holidays, nights, overtime, and weekends. Training Requirements Must be able to become Forklift Certified within the first 30 days of employmentCompany DescriptionFrom the time of its humble beginnings in the early 1980’s as a futon and mattress store in Culver City, California, Sit ‘n Sleep has been a company about dreams...the dream of a father and son team to turn a struggling business into a successful business; the dream of son, Larry Miller, to be able to provide opportunities for the employees of his company to realize their full potential and highest levels of success; the dream to be able to give back to the Southern California communities in which the company does business.Today, Sit ‘n Sleep is recognized as the best specialty sleep shop in the United States, with the industry’s best sales staff. We have also become known to Southern Californians as the place to buy a mattress, with the help of Larry and Irwin and their memorable messages across radio and television airwaves of “You’re killing me, Larry!” and “We’ll beat any advertised price, or your mattress is FREEEE!”At Sit 'n Sleep, the fulfillment of one dream lends it self to three more, and the journey continues. we continue to dream bigger dreams for our company, our people, and our customers.From the time of its humble beginnings in the early 1980’s as a futon and mattress store in Culver City, California, Sit ‘n Sleep has been a company about dreams...the dream of a father and son team to turn a struggling business into a successful business; the dream of son, Larry Miller, to be able to provide opportunities for the employees of his company to realize their full potential and highest levels of success; the dream to be able to give back to the Southern California communities in which the company does business. Today, Sit ‘n Sleep is recognized as the best specialty sleep shop in the United States, with the industry’s best sales staff. We have also become known to Southern Californians as the place to buy a mattress, with the help of Larry and Irwin and their memorable messages across radio and television airwaves of “You’re killing me, Larry!” and “We’ll beat any advertised price, or your mattress is FREEEE!” At Sit 'n Sleep, the fulfillment of one dream lends it self to three more, and the journey continues. we continue to dream bigger dreams for our company, our people, and our customers.