Warehouse Associate - Forklift Experience Required!

The Warehouse Associate performs a variety of warehouse/distribution related functions accurately and efficiently to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction. As a Warehouse Associate, you will be required to proficiently perform at least one or more distribution-related activity (e.g.receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging, shipping,) on a regular basis, including operating a forklift and other warehouse equipment.

This position is responsible for demonstrating safety and operational expertise within a quality and productivity driven environment.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Warehouse related duties including but not limited to receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging and shipping.
• Receive incoming shipments and verify the accuracy of delivered item against purchase orders and shipping manifests.
• Inspect and document the condition of received goods, noting any damages or discrepancies.
• Unload, sort, and properly store received item in designated location within warehouse.
• Use Inventory Management Systems to records and update stock levels.
• Verify quantity of product going into stock using correct stocking processes. Follow correct processes for identifying and placing overstock.
• Accurately prioritize and fill orders of various products and quantities using warehouse equipment, and routing to appropriate processing area.
• Safely and accurately pick correct product. Verify correct product is packaged safely and in appropriate quantities and containers. Ensure accurate labeling is in place for bags/boxes and ready for shipping/distribution.
• Verify shipping orders match slips, utilize appropriate shipping lines and load packages.
• Communicate and rectify problems related to damages, shortages, inventory inaccuracy or specification issues.
• Perform cycle counts.
• Maintain warehouse, supplies and equipment. Maintain facility cleanliness and organization.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 1-2 years of material handling, forklift, or warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift, rider reach truck, stock picker or hand truck. Must pass forklift training and maintain forklift certification.
• Knowledge of computer basics, Warehouse Management Software and/or Integrated Logistics Solutions - SAP, Kisoft, LogiFlow, Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to keep fast paced within work environment. Able to work independently or within a team environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend documents such as training instructions, shipping tickets, procedure manuals, etc. at a fast pace.
• Requires lifting ability of up to 80 pounds, with frequent lifting of 40-60 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk on a concrete surface 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Experience with RF Scanner used to track inventory preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and communications skills, both written and oral.

• Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry.
• Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention.
• Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly.
• Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis.

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service.
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service.
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more.
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability.
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service.
• 10 paid holidays.