Warehouse Associate

This is a physical, fast-paced position that involves continual lifting, lowering, and sliding packages.

Warehouse associates support the daily warehouse operations.

Our warehouse associates must have the ability to process shipping and receiving functions, load/unload trucks - our trucks and common carrier with box and flatbed (no dock), and pull/pack orders.

Our associates must have the ability to communicate with staff, management, and customers.

Associates must be able to work well under pressure, in a warehouse environment.

Essential Functions


* Maintain shipping schedule by picking and packing individual customer orders per specific customer requirements.


* Inspect all goods to specifications when received and prior to shipping to the customer.


* Input receiving and order shipping information into Company ERP system on a timely and accurate basis.


* Receive and verify shipments received in the Company warehouse.


* Safely operate a lift or fork truck when picking orders or putting away products.


* Observe all Company and OSHA safety guidelines.


* Maintain a clean, picked-up and organized warehouse and outdoor storage area.


* Drive Company vehicle for occasional pick-up or delivery.


* Perform all general warehouse tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Warehouse Manager.


* Comply with Company policies and procedures giving special attention to safety regulations.


* Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Competencies


* Able to work independently


* Familiarity with warehouse/distribution systems


* Ability to be certified in forklift training program, if not already certified


* Strong oral and written communication skills - professional and proficient in emailing


* Be on time for scheduled workday and complete all work hours required


* Maintain good working relationships with coworkers


* Establish and maintain order fulfillment accuracy with attention to detail


* Positive attitude on display at all times


* Able to prioritize and handle several projects at once


* Persistent and diligent attention to safety and detail


* Proficient with basic computer programs like Microsoft Office


* Possess the ability to learn and use various types of inventory management software


* Able to do minor plumbing and electrical work - build lift stations & tanks, plumb a dosing pump, etc.


* Work with freight lines to find best shipping rates

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


* Operate manual material handling equipment (hand trucks, pallet jacks)


* Operate powered lift trucks (LP fork-lift and electric lift truck)


* Able to lift up to 100 lbs (packages, pallets, snow removal, tools, equipment)


* Long periods of standing


* Work on jobs that require repetitive work...