Warehouse Material Handler

Job Description

Summary (Position Description):

Responsible for supporting VaCom Technologies' inventory and warehouse operations by receiving, storing, staging, issuing, packaging, and shipping materials accurately and safely. This position ensures materials are properly received, verified, organized, and delivered to the production floor according to job requirements and production schedules. The Material Handler maintains accurate inventory transactions in Acumatica and works closely with Inventory Management, Production, Project Management, and Purchasing to ensure materials are available when needed to support panel builds and customer shipments.

Reports To: Supply Chain Manager

Status: Full Time, Hourly

Duties & Tasks

• Unload inbound trucks and delivery vehicles safely using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage and verify packing slips against purchase orders, including quantities, part numbers, and descriptions. Report discrepancies promptly.
• Receive materials in Acumatica, apply labels as required, and move materials to the appropriate storage or staging locations.
• Process returns and return-to-vendor materials according to established procedures.
• Pick, kit, label, and verify materials against panel bills of materials (BOMs), ensuring correct quantities and sequencing to support production schedules.
• Stage materials by job number and revision to ensure kits are complete and traceable when transferred to fabrication.
• Fulfill parts and cage requests from panel shop technicians and project managers accurately and promptly.
• Identify and communicate material shortages, discrepancies, or misplaced parts and assist with locating materials and expediting as directed.
• Package, secure, label, and protect parts and finished materials for shipment, including wrapping, bracing, palletizing, and crating as needed.
• Prepare outbound parcel and freight shipments and verify shipment contents against packing slips before release.
• Load trucks and delivery vehicles safely and coordinate carrier pickups as directed.
• Record all materials received, issued, transferred, and moved in Acumatica accurately and promptly.
• Perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventories and investigation of inventory discrepancies.
• Complete and maintain shipping, receiving, and material-transfer documentation, including bills of lading (BOLs), packing lists, and receiving paperwork.
• Follow established inventory controls and assist with internal and external audits as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly labeled warehouse, inventory cage, staging, and shipping areas.
• Restock and maintain storage locations to ensure materials are accessible and inventory records remain accurate.
• Perform pre-use equipment inspections and report equipment issues or safety concerns.
• Follow all company safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Cross-train on warehouse and inventory responsibilities to provide departmental coverage as needed.
• Provide regular updates to the Supply Chain Manager regarding receiving, shipping, staging progress, shortages, and inventory discrepancies.
• Coordinate daily with Inventory Management, Production, Project Management, and Purchasing to support production schedules and material availability.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Who We Are:

VaCom Technologies, a BITZER US company, is a leading provider of advanced industrial refrigeration and energy management solutions. VaCom specializes in designing, engineering, and manufacturing custom control panels, refrigeration systems, and energy-efficient solutions for commercial and industrial applications.

Our team works together to deliver high-quality products and solutions that meet customer needs and exceed expectations. We value teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and a commitment to safety and quality. Every employee plays an important role in supporting our operations and delivering exceptional results to our customers.

Conveniently located in Oakwood, Georgia, VaCom Technologies is part of BITZER US, the flagship North American subsidiary of BITZER SE, headquartered in Germany. BITZER SE operates globally with approximately 3,400 employees across 60 locations.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of warehouse, manufacturing, shipping, receiving, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, material handling, and inventory practices.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret packing slips, purchase orders, bills of materials (BOMs), part numbers, and inventory documentation.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email, spreadsheets, and inventory transactions in an ERP system.
• Experience with Acumatica or another ERP system is a plus. Training will be provided.
• Comfortable using barcode scanners and label printers.
• Familiarity with electrical components such as terminal blocks, wire, breakers, and relays is a plus.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment. Forklift certification preferred or the ability to obtain certification through company-provided training.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and respond to changing production and shipping needs.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively with others across departments.

Requirements:

• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, supervisors, vendors, and delivery personnel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and effective organizational skills.
• Ability to work collectively with others within the organization, including Inventory Management, Production, Project Management, and Purchasing.
• Ability to identify and communicate inventory shortages, shipment discrepancies, damaged materials, and other operational concerns promptly.
• Must demonstrate safe work practices and follow established company procedures and PPE requirements.
• Must have excellent work habits, including dependability, accountability, and a willingness to work the hours necessary to meet production and shipping deadlines.
• Must be able to work the scheduled hours of 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Additional hours may occasionally be required to meet business needs and must be approved by the Operations Director.

Work Environment:

This job is performed primarily in a warehouse and manufacturing environment. The role routinely involves working around inventory storage areas, shipping and receiving docks, and production operations. Employees are required to follow all applicable safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, safety-toe shoes, and gloves, as required in operational areas.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods. The employee frequently is required to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and use hands and arms to handle materials. Occasional climbing of ladders may be required. Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids used for heavier items. Must be able to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.

Employee Benefits:

Medical Insurance (heavily subsidized by the Company)

Dental Insurance

Company paid Vision Insurance, $50,000 life insurance and Short and Long-Term Disability

2 Weeks Paid Vacation and 5 Paid Personal Days

Education Reimbursement (must be approved by manager)

401(k) Plan where it matches dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of compensation; 100% vested immediately.

Company Discretionary Profit-Sharing Contribution (has averaged 15% of compensation per year for the past 6 years; based on the profitability of the Company; 100% vested after 6 years on a graded scale)

Other Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employees are required to follow any job-related instructions and to perform job-related duties requested by management. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This Job Description does not imply an employment contract. BITZER US is an at-will employer.

BITZER US is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.