Warehouse Material Handler - Sphero

INSPIRING THE CREATORS OF TOMORROW

Who We Are

Sphero is transforming PK-12 education with accessible tools that encourage exploration, imagination, and perseverance through STEAM and computer science. With the help of educators around the world, we are empowering learners of all backgrounds and abilities to discover their interests and passions while equipping them with the skills they need to be the world’s future Changemakers.

With physical presences in Greenville, TX, Hong Kong, and fully-remote, globally-based employees, Sphero has become the market leader in EdTech solutions, loved by millions of educators, students, and parents worldwide.

At Sphero, you can do the work you love, be yourself, and take fun seriously.

What You Will Do 

Our Warehouse Material Handler is a full time position that will be involved in the receiving, production and shipping of Sphero products. You will ensure that all policies and procedures are followed.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that materials are handled safely and efficiently and in a way to ensure quality and appropriate inventory levels.
• Unload inbound materials and report to either Warehouse Lead or Site Manager.
• Transfer loads in warehouse when required using barcode reader.
• Load trucks and record with bar code reader.
• Operate forklift as needed.
• Assist Inventory Administrator on inventory checks and cycle counts.
• Monitor the inventory and usage of pallets.
• Warehouse pallets/cartons and record location with bar code reader.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on fork trucks.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures regarding safety, OSHA, etc. to ensure a safe, secure working environment that meets the company’s goals and achieves customer satisfaction.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Ability to utilize a manual pallet jack to pull 1000 lb pallets for a 10 hour shift.
• Ability to occasionally lift a 50 lb box 200 times in an hour from one pallet to an empty pallet located next to the original pallet.
• Be comfortable working in a non-climate controlled warehouse ranging from 0-105 degrees.
• Ability to operate a RF unit and computer. 
• Ability to operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products - Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge of basic accounting, especially as it relates to inventory and movement of inventory.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Lead by example.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in written form.
• Able to provide a positive and helpful customer service experience.
• Ability to problem solve. 
• Strong inventory control skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Forklift certified or able to become forklift certified.
• Must comply with all safety requirements.
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.
• Active and valid Driver's License required. 
• Must be authorized to work in the US. 

This is your opportunity to impact the STEAM, robotics, and computer science revolution with an inspired, dynamic, innovative team that is transforming the world of PK-12 education. If you’re interested in bringing your unique talent to support our mission, please send us your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Compensation: The compensation for this role is $20.00 per hour to start, with performance incentives up to $23.00 per hour.

Benefits (Health benefits available the 1st of the month following your start date): Sphero offers 100% paid medical plan (buy up plan available), dental and vision insurance; short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D insurance, FSA, HSA (with HDHP medical plan), 401(k) plan, stock options, 3 weeks paid vacation, 4-day work weeks, 2 paid week-long company shut downs per year, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, fitness reimbursement, and a technology benefit.

We encourage and welcome applicants with any and all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and competencies. All decisions regarding hiring, promotion, discipline, and discharge are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the business. We are an equal opportunity employer.