Shipper Receiver - Days - Warehouse

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Stores and retrieves goods in the storage area.
• Rotates stock to use oldest materials first.
• Notes and reports damaged packaging.
• Records items added or removed from inventory.
• Prepares products for shipment by retrieving and loading them.
• Uses an industrial forklift and handheld scan gun/RFGEN for lot tracking.
• Maintains inventory accuracy by following department, facility, company, and regulatory guidelines.
• Performs minor equipment service and completes daily safety inspections.
• Identifies and reports equipment issues to supervisor.
• Changes batteries, refuels forklift, and troubleshoots repairs as needed.
• Maintains work area, dock, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Advises on storage design improvements.
• Creates product labels for inventory purposes.
• Reads and understands lot numbers, expiration dates, ingredient lists, and production schedules.
• Completes daily reports and enters information into computer program.
• Uses basic tools like wrenches, tape measures, scales, and hoses.
• Consolidates partial pallets as directed by production supervisor.
• Moves forklift in tight spaces while maintaining a safe work zone.
• Participates in team meetings and fosters cohesion among team members.
• Supports team in implementing best practices and resolving issues.
• Familiarizes with Simmons' operating systems and responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as necessary to support business objectives.

Physical Activities

• Must be able to climb on and off of the forklift.
• Must be able to back fork-lift up safely, requiring turning neck and body in the opposite direction.
• Must be able to lift and stack up to 75 lbs from floor to crown.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), wet, dry, dusty environments.
• Must be able to sit and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds multiple times daily.
• Must be able to work in temperature extremes.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety Glasses
• Rubber Gloves
• Rubber Boots
• Rubber Apron
• Hearing Protection
• Any other PPE as required in the appropriate area.

Technical Experience

• Knowledge of Julian calendar and FIFO practices.
• Preferred experience in shipping and receiving.
• Working with large moving equipment.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Knowledge of military time, RFGEN, and JDE.

Industry Experience

• Shipping and receiving knowledge preferred.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Perform basic math.

Preferred Education

• N/A