Warehouse Operator II

Job Summary

Under full or limited supervision, perform warehouse duties. Upon the need of the business to perform additional related duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain quality service by following organization standards at all levels, and actively participating.
• Demonstrate integrity while performing duties as per company’s Code of Conduct.
• Unload trucks – using forklift truck for boxes as well as occasional use of hand truck.
• Verify correct product, quantity, appearance, and any special instruction the customer may have for their orders.
• Perform material handling functions on a daily basis for both domestic and international orders.
• Daily communication with department Warehouse Lead pertaining to receiving and shipping orders.
• Work in a team environment and perform area housekeeping responsibilities.
• Follow all standard operating processes, looking for and responding effectively to hazards in safety, health, security, and environment, taking account of people, plant, community and procedures.
• Properly store and retrieve raw materials in warehouse, storage areas, and in proper locations.
• Aid in performing cycle counts.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as the handling and preparation of paperwork.
• May assist in the daily closing of the warehouse.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing any and all tasks as established by management when needed.
• Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements as established by management.
• Aid in the Product labeling process by attaching labels to containers.
• Work flexible hours to accommodate changing work schedules and department manpower shortages.

Essential Functions

• Pass forklift test and obtain forklift certification.
• Operate a forklift, following all operating instructions effectively and efficiently.
• Read and apply accurate labels.
• Measure and weigh accurately.
• Lift and handle containers such as 5-gallon pails up to 50 lb., bags or Boxes up to 50lb.
• Communicate effectively and mentor less experienced warehouse employees.

Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements

• Quality-driven individual with the ability to think and act with minimal supervision.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Identify problems while adhering to all policies surrounding the general and daily work flow.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team with fellow employees and members of the management.

Education/Experience (minimum requirements/equivalent)

• Minimum High School Forklift Experience
• 1-2 years of experience in a related industry

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• May involve moderate to heavy work in all types of weather.
• Frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday.

Company Information

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more.