Warehouse Assistant

About the role

Join us at BLM GROUP USA and be part of bringing our clients' world-changing ideas to life. As a Warehouse Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the innovative clients and communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pull parts from inventory to fulfill Order Acknowledgements for customers, or for internal shipment requests initiated by the sales staff.
• Prepare orders for shipment by properly packaging items.
• Obtain quotes from various freight companies for the shipment of machinery and parts to the customer.
• Able to work necessary overtime hours to complete the job as determined by the customer and BLM.
• Absorb and process incoming machinery, parts or equipment, ensuring they are accurately placed into the computerized inventory system.
• Track the receipt of backordered items and promptly process delivery to the customer.
• Notify internal employees of the arrival of their shipments.
• Absorb and track bin/shelf/rack/drawer inventory by tracking where the inventory items reside within the warehouse.
• Absorb and assist with the quarterly physical inventory process.
• Maintain the orderliness of the Shipping and Receiving area by ensuring the proper storage of any items delivered to the warehouse.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the Shipping and Receiving area as well as the employee break room by removing the trash, sweeping the floor, and maintaining a dust-free environment.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the dock area.
• Request supplies, including boxes, packing materials, and general warehouse items as required.
• Maintain the security of the Shipping and Receiving area by ensuring the building is locked and the alarm is set when leaving the premises.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in shipping and receiving, or a warehouse position.
• A clear driving record containing no more than two (2) minor moving violations in three (3) years and no major violations in the last seven (7) years.
• A valid forklift license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiar with and able to interpret packing slips.
• Able to estimate weight and use that information to calculate the cost of shipping.
• Familiar with proper packaging methods.
• Familiar with common material handling equipment including a pallet jack and forklift.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Able to use simple math.

Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to accurately enter data into a computerized system.
• Able to effectively use the Internet.
• An organizational aptitude.
• Able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Effective time management skills.
• Able to effectively work with all levels of team members and all types of customer personalities.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, life/disability and many others!

Pay

Details on pay will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Details on schedule will be provided during the interview process.