Freezer Associate - C shift

Purpose of the Position

To transfer product into and out of storage areas, pick product for customer orders, and load product to trailers.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and apply Warehouse Management System (WMS) order instructions.
• Recognize and correct potential process errors before actions adversely affect the customer.
• Recognize damaged product at any point in the warehousing process and take appropriate action when discovered.
• Pull orders accurately as assigned.
• Stage orders according to carrier location and verify: number of pallets picked as well as stage location.
• Prepare receiving, storage and shipping documentation retaining product accountability throughout the logistical process.
• Enter data into WMS computer systems.
• Participates as a member of the Team.
• Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members.
• Attends appropriate team meetings.
• As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.
• Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.
• Familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies).
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

  Simmons Operating Systems Principles and Objectives

  • Familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies).
  • Understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

  Physical Activities

  • Sit, stand and walk.

  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Freezer suit.
  • Composite/steel toe boots.

  Technical Experience

  • 1-2 warehouse experience.
  • Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word and Excel).
  • Working knowledge of WMS systems.

  Industry Experience

  • 1 year related warehouse/freezer experience or 1 year experience with powered lift equipment.