Warehouse Operator

The **Warehouse Operator** is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of forklifts and other warehouse equipment. This role ensures accurate picking, staging, and loading of customer orders while adhering to all safety procedures and supporting company performance goals. The position executes all inbound, internal, and outbound warehouse and logistics activities in alignment with company standards. The role also requires a working knowledge of critical elements of Safety, Logistics, Quality, and Production to effectively monitor operations, take appropriate action, and provide training or support to peers as needed. **Key Activities/Duties/Tasks** Participate in safety, health and environmental programs and adhere to safety and quality protocols including, but not limited to, wearing PPE to protect associate from potential hazards. Operate Warehouse equipment safely with forklif operation comprising 80% of the work shift. Conduct routine job risk analyses and suggest updates to standard work procedures as needed. Pulling and double-checking orders by using RF scanners with the WMS (Warehouse Management System) Module of SAP. Perform inventory inspections, including batch and product number verification, requiring walking for about 15% of the shift. Perform assigned shipping duties that may include restocking and occasionally lifting 50 lb. bags of product, picking up deliveries and general housekeeping for about 5% of the shift. Responsible for staging pallets, preparing ASN's, bills of lading and COA, etc. Perform assigned shipping duties that may include; staging pallets, prepare ASN's, prepare bills of lading, COA, etc. Perform assigned receiving duties that may include; verifying shipments, unloading trucks, performing SAP receiving activities, etc. Responsible for 5S activities to ensure plant cleanliness. Support and assist management in further developing best practices for Logistics operation procedures and standards. Be able to work both independently and in a group setting. Responsible for accurate inventory and cycle count activities on a daily basis. Participate in Continuous Improvement workshops dealing with areas such as; Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, lean process flow. Participate in warehouse meetings and review defined Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) with Warehouse Supervisor. Experience using MS Office suite software. Assist peers with technical training and support defined continuous improvement. Willingness to cross train in additional areas to support plant operations. Assist production and packaging departments, and Shift Supervisor as needed. Ability to work overtime when needed. Core Competencies Team player who maintains and displays a positive attitude. Flexible and adaptable to change. Is coachable with high willingness to learn. Capable of reading key instrumentation, diagrams and plant procedures Ability to troubleshoot problems effectively Ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks Understanding of warehousing and manufacturing process Must have ability to learn and work effectively within SAP system Effective communication skills - written, verbal and active listening Completes all tasks in a safe and environmentally-sound manner Minimum Requirements: 2-5+ years related work experience High school diploma (or similar), with relevant work experience (Higher education can be considered in lieu of minimum experience) Effectively work and communicate using the English language Preferred Qualifications: Experience in related field of Bio-Fuel or Chemical processing regarding shipping/receiving respective materials. Demonstrated skills in warehouse and distribution activities, problem-solving and training others. Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday thro gh Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Some overtime may be required to support 24/7 plant operation. SAFETY NOTICE: LignoTech Florida is committed to providing a workplace free from all recognized harm to people or the environment. All employees will be required to sign an Environmental, Health and Safety pledge to promote an uncompromised healthy. LignoTech Florida is a Drug Free Workplace.