Material Handler, GWA

About the role

The General Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking, scanning, labeling, moving, staging, replenishing, and stacking product. This individual is also responsible for counting and inspecting product and notifying leadership when there are damages or discrepancies. These Associates are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be expected to perform all duties as assigned. As part of the DSV team, Associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, and quality. Associates are expected to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies.

Responsibilities

Picking

• Use a pallet jack to accurately pick orders to fulfill client demands
• Efficiently and accurately pick products and stage in the appropriate areas
• Stack, package, band, shrink wrap and label products as determined by client requirements
• Process all picking functions as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures

Quality Control

• Use appropriate documentation to ensure all products and orders are received, handled and shipped correctly
• Verify that products and/or orders meet quality standards, including reporting any damages or discrepancies
• Stack, package, shrink wrap, and label products
• Process all quality control functions as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures

Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance

• Execute all safety protocols and accomplish all job tasks in a manner that promotes safety
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the facility; maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area and assist in security of the warehouse
• Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/SDS Standards

Equipment Operation

• Operate equipment including, but not limited to, a pallet jack
• Maintain equipment and report equipment problems
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner and follow prescribed work methods

Maintenance

• Perform or assist in building, grounds and equipment maintenance as assigned

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary

Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during warmer and colder months (can range from mild to moderate)
• English language skills (reading, writing, verbal)
• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing, and distributing client products
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; accomplish job tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance
• Ability to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment
• Current or prior MHE certification

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to accomplish job tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance
• Ability to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment
• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills for inventory verification and counting
• English proficiency (reading, writing, verbal)

Physical Demands

• Occasionally: Handling/Fingering, Sitting
• Frequently: Bending
• Constantly: Walking and Standing
• Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull 21–50 pounds
• Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

Expected base pay rate: $25.75 hourly. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Benefits

Information regarding DSV's benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Schedule

Full Time