Pallet Picking Specialist - Inventory Optimization | AM
Position Overview
The Pallet Picking Associate is responsible for a variety of duties that contribute to the daily success of the Outbound functions (pick, pack, ship, etc.) within PDC. These duties primarily include Picking large Quantities and transporting product to appropriate warehouse locations and various duties as assigned.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. This is considered an essential onsite role, which requires regular onsite attendance.
Responsibilities
- Locate, retrieve and move product, in a timely manner, from location to location (e.g. large and oversize area pick to put racking in pack) or from pallets or crates for storage or shipment and to Production workers, shipping and receiving areas.
- Use of Stock Picker may require going up 30ft to pick orders.
- Transport non-conveyable product to an area where it can be actioned or conveyable product that needs to be actioned (e.g. return to stock, cancelled orders, etc.) using an RF device in a timely manner.
- Absorb and assist in locating product to be expedited.
- Pick parts using a handheld device that directs you to the location to pick the parts.
- Operate and adhere to ALL Power Industrial Vehicles (PIV) (Order Picker, Turret Trucks) Forklifts, and Ride on Pallet Jacks as assigned by leadership.
- Policy and equipment rules with limited supervision, Electric/Manual Pallet Jacks policy and equipment rules with limited supervision.
- Actively participate as a team member in order to meet departmental goals.
- Capable and willing to uphold the highest Safety Standards.
- Capable of Maintaining Organizational KPI's
Required Knowledge, Skills And Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Acquire and maintain forklift certification (certification provided by Digi-Key).
- Regular and exemplary use of OrderPicker, Turret Truck, 8900 (motorized Pallet cart) and Forklifts is required for this Step.
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
- Basic computer navigation and typing skills.
- Ability to provide a positive, professional and enthusiastic outlook or perspective.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task as well as the ability to change focus quickly based on requests by employees/management.
- Quickly and efficiently solve problems; collaborate with peers and leaders as needed to resolve issues.
- Manage time well to keep the flow of parts and orders moving throughout the building.
- Dependable, responsible contributor committed to excellence and success.
- Regular and exemplary use of OrderPicker, Turret Truck, 8900 (motorized Pallet cart) and Forklifts while maintaining a high standard of Safety for Self and other employees.
Physical Requirements
- Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body.
- Routinely 30 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs and rarely up to 77+lbs (with lift assistance).
- Able to push boxes, occasionally up to 50 lbs, from the heavy box lift to conveyor.
- Able to twist or bend and occasionally climb stairs.
- Able to reach with hands and arms above shoulder level.
Compensation
The starting base pay rate for this position is: $20.00 This position may also be eligible for shift, skill, and/or team lead pay differentials that will be in addition to the starting pay rate.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply and be considered for open positions.