Shipper Receiver (Warehouse) - D Shift

Responsibilities

• Store and retrieve goods in the storage area, rotating stock to ensure oldest materials are used first.
• Note and report any damaged cartons, crates, or containers.
• Record items added or removed from inventory.
• Prepare products for shipment by retrieving designated product and ensuring proper loading and sealing.
• Operate an industrial forklift and use a handheld scan gun/RFGEN for lot tracking to maintain accurate inventory.
• Follow written or verbal instructions to pick up, move, load, and unload product on or from trailers while adhering to department, facility, company, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform minor equipment service and complete written daily safety inspections.
• Identify and report problems to supervisor for further inspection and repair.
• Change batteries or fuel bottles, refuel forklift, or troubleshoot repairs as needed.
• Maintain work area, dock, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, adhering to storage design principles and recommending improvements.
• Create product labels for inventory purposes.
• Read and understand lot numbers, expiration dates, ingredient lists, and production schedules.
• Complete various reports daily and enter required information into computer programs efficiently and timely.
• Use basic tools such as wrenches, tape measures, scales, air, and water hoses.
• Consolidate partial pallets as directed by production supervisor.
• Maneuver forklift in tight spaces while maintaining a safe work zone for other drivers and team members.
• Participate as a team member in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
• Attend team meetings and foster strong cohesiveness regarding major issues (e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes).
• Identify areas lacking cohesiveness and bring them to the attention of the team leader, working to resolve issues and achieve synergy.
• Familiarize with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies) and understand the role in supporting these systems.
• Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Requirements

• Must be able to climb on and off the forklift and safely operate it, including turning the neck and body in the opposite direction while backing up.
• Ability to lift and stack up to 75 lbs from floor to crown.
• Work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), wet, dry, and dusty environments.
• Sit and walk for long periods, lift up to 75 pounds multiple times daily.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety glasses
• Rubber gloves
• Rubber boots
• Rubber apron
• Hearing protection
• Any other PPE as required in the appropriate area

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a company-issued forklift license.
• Knowledge of Julian calendar, FIFO practices, and basic computer literacy.
• Familiarity with military time, RFGEN, and JDE.
• Preferred experience in shipping and receiving and working with large moving equipment.