The Material Handler - Receiving is responsible for the operation of material handling equipment to perform a variety of functions within the distribution center including inbound product receipt, picking, stocking, staging and order fulfillment. This position will rotate from area-to-area within the distribution center as workload dictates. 

This is a full-time position. Work schedule is Monday-Friday from 7:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

The Lifeway Distribution Center in Lebanon, TN, is a place where you can bring your faith and work experience to join the most important mission in the world: making disciples of Jesus Christ. Whether you're a picker, packer, stocker, material handler, or working in assembly, if you're passionate about serving the church, we have a place for you. Full-time employees are eligible for enrollment in our comprehensive benefits plans including healthcare, vacation and sick time, holiday pay, care days, 401(k) plan, and more.

Learn more about our culture at team.lifeway.com/culture-code 

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• Safe operation of material handling equipment to perform a variety of functions within the distribution center: 
  • Pick/pull for replenishment of components and place product in assigned staging/picking areas.  
  • Scan to verify the product and assigned location is accurate.  
  • Sort, build, and shrink wrap products into pallets in compliance with established standards.  
  • Perform pre/post operation inspection of assigned material handling equipment.  

• Clean work area removing pallets, boxes, paper, plastic and banding. 
• Perform other distribution work functions as workload dictates. 

Education, Experience and Skills:

• High School Diploma, or GED, preferred
• 3+ years Warehousing, shipping, or logistics.
• 1+ year experience operating material handling equipment
• Proficient in clear communication (written & verbal), relationship building, and active listening to accurately follow instructions, coordinate with team members, and ensure safe and efficient material movement.
• Proficient in problem solving, safety awareness, and adaptability to address operational challenges, maintain safe work practices, and adjust to changes in systems, processes, and workload demands.
• Proficient in attention to detail to verify product accuracy, assigned locations, and compliance with established standards for picking, stocking, staging, and order fulfillment. 
• Strong proficiency in material handling operation to independently operate order pickers, turret trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts, including performing pre- and post-operation inspections. 

Other Job Requirements:

• Physical Requirements:  Must be able to repetitively lift up to 50lbs with a range from a floor level to above shoulder height. Position requires walking and standing on concrete floors for a period of up to two hours; pushing and pulling rolling carts or pallet jacks bearing loads of up to 500 pounds; and requires free range of motion including twisting, bending, stooping, and safely stepping up and down step-ladders.  
• Must be willing to work at extended heights.  
• Must have a valid state issued driver’s license.  
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English. 
• Must be able to work overtime, if needed.