Warehouse Operator

About the role

The Warehouse Operator is responsible for operating a forklift and other material handling equipment for the purpose of shipping, receiving, and picking. Activities may include but are not limited to loading or unloading, scanning, 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.

Responsibilities

• Shipping Responsibilities:

  • Using a gas or electric powered forklift to load outbound shipments, move product, and stack products or materials.
  • Efficiently and accurately loading orders according to the appropriate doors and trailers.
  • All shipping functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.

• Receiving Responsibilities:

  • Using a gas or electric powered forklift to unload inbound shipments, move product, replenish, stack and store products or materials.
  • Efficiently and accurately locating and placing products in the appropriate storage areas.
  • All receiving functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.

• Picking Responsibilities:

  • Using a gas or electric powered forklift to accurately pick orders to fulfill client demands.
  • Efficiently and accurately picking products and staging in the appropriate areas.
  • Stacking, packaging, banding, shrinking wrapping, and labeling product(s) as determined by client requirements.
  • All picking functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.

• Quality Control Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring that all products and orders are received, handled, and shipped correctly using appropriate documentation.
  • Verifying that products and/or orders meet quality standards, including reporting any damages or discrepancies.
  • Stacking, packaging, shrinking wrapping, and labeling product(s).
  • All quality control functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.

• Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance:

  • Executing all safety protocols.
  • Maintaining a clean, neat, orderly work area.
  • Absorbing security of the warehouse.
  • Maintaining compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS Standards.

• Equipment Operation:

  • Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
  • Maintaining an active forklift certification.

• Maintenance:

  • Performing or assisting in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience:

  • Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • 6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment.
  • Able to operate MHE with packaging and labeling experience.
  • Previous mechanical experience.
  • Inventory tracking experience.

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations:

  • Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.

• Other:

  • Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.
  • Ability to stand for long periods.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Computer Skills:

  • Basic computer skills.
  • RF Scanners.
  • WMS functions.

• Language Skills:

  • English (reading, writing, verbal).

• Mathematical Skills:

  • Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing, and distributing client products.

• Other:

  • Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job task in a timely manner.
  • Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
  • Ability to communicate with multiple teams and collaborate with managers and other team members.
  • Must be able to multitask.
  • Self starter.
  • Fast pace environment with several moving parts – must have the ability to stay organized and on track with progress of tasks along with completion timelines.
  • Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment.

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.