1st Shift Receiving Checker

About the Role

Unloads and receives all inbound merchandise. Verifies accuracy before receiving merchandise into the Catalyst/WMS system. Utilizes a lumper service to build and secure pallets for storage. Processes required paperwork and maintains a safe, clean work environment.

Responsibilities

• Verifies purchase orders, ensuring Bills of Lading match items on the purchase order and all corresponding paperwork (inner pack, dimensions, carton quantity). Counts all products to confirm accuracy.
• Achieves set productivity standards on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Constructs pallets according to dimensions specified on paperwork, including setting up pallet height and tie configurations.
• Notifies Inventory Control if an item lacks a pick slot.
• Instructs Lumper service on proper, safe pallet-building procedures to ensure timely unloading of freight.
• Applies proper decals/licenses and secures pallets using shrink-wrap or tape.
• Processes paperwork, ensuring it is signed, reconciled, and correct.
• Receives approval for changes by notifying Slot Clerk of discrepancies between paperwork and actual merchandise.
• Informs management of any issues that may delay timely processing of merchandise.
• Completes daily PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) checklist to verify equipment functionality and reports defects to management or maintenance.
• Operates PIT equipment safely and follows all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Maintains an organized work area and promotes a safe working environment within the Receiving department.
• Adheres to all Company policies and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Counting skills required.
• Able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, including frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Adequate fitness level to meet demands of frequent lifting, walking, standing, moderate climbing, occasional sitting, stooping, and kneeling.
• May be required to operate PIT equipment.
• Must use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the Distribution Center.

Working Conditions

• Works in a non-climate-controlled Distribution or Warehouse environment, where outside weather conditions significantly affect indoor temperatures (fans and heaters are used).
• May be exposed to or work in restricted spaces, fumes, and airborne particles as regulated by OSHA.
• Performs shift work and must be available for overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

• Communication Skills: Effectively communicates with co-workers and management; exhibits strong listening skills.
• Dynamic: Works hard, is enthusiastic, and keen to succeed; initiates action and makes decisions.
• Organizing: Structures time effectively, works systematically, and plans in advance.
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems and finds solutions; isolates root causes and uses appropriate techniques.
• Quality Conscious: Committed to high standards; ensures accuracy in work.
• Reliable: Consistent, dependable, and follows supervisors’ instructions and Company policies.
• Safety Conscious: Prioritizes safety for self and others; acts responsibly to prevent injury.
• Strong Organization Skills: Manages multiple activities successfully; sets clear goals and prioritizes effectively.
• Technically Capable: Applies relevant knowledge, skills, and procedures to job tasks.

Organizational Competencies

• Customer Focus: Dedicated to meeting or exceeding the needs of internal and external customers; makes decisions with end users in mind.
• Results Driven: Takes initiative, prioritizes tasks, and drives for results; looks for opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Communication Skills: Shares thoughts clearly and effectively; resolves conflicts cooperatively and professionally.
• Problem Solving/Decision Making: Uses sound judgment and common sense to make timely, effective decisions; identifies root causes and takes accountability.
• Job Knowledge: Understands business operations and trends; learns quickly and applies knowledge to enhance performance.
• Relationship Management: Builds effective relationships and works cooperatively as part of a team; recognizes contributions of others.

Full-time position located at 302 Family Dollar Pkwy, Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 (DC206).