Job Description

 

True Value Company, one of the world's largest hardlines wholesalers with more than 4,400 independent retailers in over 60 countries, is looking for Merchandise Handlers for our 1st shift at our  Cleveland (Westlake) Distribution Center.

We are looking for personally driven and dependable associates who are interested in working with an enthusiastic, fast-paced, customer-focused team.

Scheduled Days:    Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours:   11:30 am to 8 pm.

Starting Pay Rate: $15.75 to  $17.50 based on skills and qualifications

Benefits Include:    Medical, Prescription Drug Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Vacation and Holidays
                             and Weekly Pay

Our Merchandise Handlers are responsible for safely unloading merchandise from trailers, lifting cartons and product, and checking goods received against purchase orders or invoices.  You are also responsible for loading cartons on pallets and other containers for outbound shipment.  Processing orders with accuracy is essentioal.  Stocking shelves with goods received while accurately maintaining records of goods received or shipped is also part of the job.  You may be responsible for operating power equipment; using small hand tools, pallet handlers and hand trucks.  

Consistent with our value of Stewardship, True Value supports United Way, Boys & Girls Club of America, and other non-profit endeavors in our local communities.

Position Description

• Our Merchandise Handlers performs the following tasks safely with the customer in mind:

  • Loads and unloads merchandise from trailers.
  • Lifts cartons and other items frequently.
  • Selects and picks product for shipment to valued store members
  • Matches goods received with purchase orders and/or invoices. 
  • Ensures accuracy of all goods handled through record verification matching inventory to order numbers.
  • May operate power equipment including; forklifts, pallet handlers and hand trucks.
  • May use small hand tools such as RF Scanners.
  • Prepare merchandise for shipping using shrink wrap machines or other devices.

Position Qualifications

A successful team member possesses the following qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent work experience is preferred
• Minimum 18 -years-old
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Basic math and English comprehension
• Ability to perform the job in a safe manner
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Must be dependable
• Attention to detail is essential
• Must have the ability to learn the operation of material handling equipment in a safe manner
• Desire to learn new functions and processes
• Be open to change and cross-training

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work all overtime hours
• Must be able to stand and walk 8 or more hours per day (Average 5-10 miles per day)
• Bending, reaching, twisting, pulling, kneeling and lifting are continuous essential functions of the job
• Will lift from 1-75 pounds from floor to five feet level continuously and team lift heavier items
• Normal physical agility is a must

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.