Warehouse Shipping Operator

Summary

Responsible for loading and unloading product on trucks and railcars.

Essential Job Functions

• Review work orders to identify products to be loaded on correct trailers.
• Inventory trucks on lot for how many and whose trailers they are and match to drop list.
• Inspect forklift to ensure proper operation and perform routine maintenance.
• Operate forklift to retrieve stock from warehouse and load on trailers and railcars.
• Monitor pallets and products for damage. Repair pallets if possible.
• Direct truck traffic in loading area.
• Move railcars into position for loading.
• Inspect trailers and railcars for cleanliness and notify owner if trailer does not pass inspection.
• Plan the load.
• Load and unload pallets and products on railcars and box and flatbed trailers.
• Follow food-grade procedures to protect from contamination or theft during transit.
• Perform special handling as indicated in work order.
• Prepare paperwork to document work performed, identify exceptions and provide to shipping clerk for processing.
• Perform housekeeping as necessary.
• Inspect dock doors and plates for proper functioning.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED is required.

Physical Demands

• Walk throughout the Warehouse and associated areas to get product, inspect trailers and load and unload pallets and product.
• Stand while inspecting and preparing pallets and product for loading.
• Sit for extended periods while operating forklift.
• Bend or crouch occasionally throughout the day to inspect pallets and product.
• Lift up to 80 pounds and moves item short distances.
• Climb on and off of trailers.

Competencies

• Problem solving - identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Oral communication - clearly communicate job-related information to co-workers and supervisors before, during and after repairs.
• Seeing - visually inspect pallets and product for damage. Visually analyze load to ensure proper alignment and ensure correct product is loaded.
• Reading - read and understand work orders and other written material relevant to the job.
• Written communication - write in understandable English to complete required paperwork and provide information needed by subsequent shift workers, coworkers and supervisors.
• Listening - understand oral job-related information and instructions received from coworkers and supervisors. Listen to forklift and yard dog to detect problems.

Work Environment

• Environmental conditions in different parts of the plant can include extreme heat and cold, wet and humid conditions, noise, vibration, exposure to dust and poor ventilation.
• Hazardous conditions include moving parts, potential electrical shock, and slick floors.
• PPE including safety helmet, steel-toed shoes with meta-tarsal guards, gloves, safety glasses, and ear plugs required at all times.

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