Warehouse and Logistics Specialist

Atlanta
  • Atlanta, Georgia
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

     

    Job Summary

    The Warehouse Specialist & Logistics role supports daily warehouse operations by assisting with receiving, storing, organizing, and shipping goods. This position is also responsible for coordinating logistics activities—managing inbound and outbound freight, organizing shipments, liaising with carriers and suppliers, and ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of goods. This role helps ensure orders are processed accurately, inventory is maintained properly, and the warehouse stays clean, safe, and efficient.

     

    Key Responsibilities

    Warehouse Operations

    • Load and unload trucks, containers, and delivery vehicles
    • Move, stack, and organize products in the warehouse using pallet jacks or hand trucks
    • Assist with order picking, packing, labeling, and preparing shipments
    • Check incoming and outgoing products for damage, quantity, and accuracy
    • Help maintain accurate inventory counts and report discrepancies
    • Keep work areas clean and organized; dispose of packaging and waste material properly
    • Follow all safety rules and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • Assist coworkers and perform other general warehouse duties as assigned

     

    Logistics

    • Coordinate loading and unloading with carriers, vendors, and suppliers
    • Prepare and verify shipping documentation, bills of lading, packing lists, and customs forms as needed
    • Resolve shipping discrepancies, delays, or damages by communicating with Logistics Manager and internal teams
    • Maintain logistics records

     

    Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
    • Previous warehouse, logistics, or manual labor experience is required
    • Familiarity with logistics software, TMS platforms, or shipping carrier portals is an advantage
    • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 lbs regularly
    • Able to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
    • Basic reading and math skills (for labels, counts, and simple documentation)
    • Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a team environment

     

    Skills & Competencies

    • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
    • Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures
    • Good communication and organizational skills
    • Basic understanding of safety practices in a warehouse setting
    • Ability to multitask across warehouse and logistics responsibilities
    • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to resolving shipping issues

     

    Work Schedule

    • Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Some Saturdays required on rotating schedule)
    • Overtime work may be required during busy periods

     

    Benefits

    • Competitive hourly wage
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance
    • Paid time off and holidays
    • 401(k) Plan
    • Opportunities for training and advancement

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAtlanta, Georgia
    Websitehomecenteroutlet.com

    Skills

    • Billing Recordsunmatched
    • Cargo/Freightunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Inventory Reportsunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
    • Logisticsunmatched
    • Logistics Industry Softwareunmatched
    • Logistics Managementunmatched
    • Mathematicsunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Pallet Jackunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Shipping Documentsunmatched
    • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Warehousingunmatched

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