Warehouse Worker - Lead

Job Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas.
• Perform routine equipment inspections.
• Read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and requisitions to accurately pick, move, or distribute items.
• Organize inventory by sorting and placing materials on shelves, racks, or bins according to type, size, or product code.
• Assemble and fulfill customer orders, prepare items for shipment, and load materials onto trucks as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by counting items, completing documentation, and using computer systems for data entry.
• Label materials with identifying information and opened containers (crates, bales, etc.) as necessary.
• Process clear and accurate paperwork related to inventory movement and shipping.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memo.
• Ability to write short correspondence.
• Forklift certified a plus.

Work Experience

• 2+ years working in a warehouse environment.
• Distribution warehousing experience preferred.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Strong planning and organization skills are required.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, twist and carry up to 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
• Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders.
• Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
• Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.
• Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.
• Bending - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.
• Kneeling - kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

About Veritiv

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

What We Offer

• Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.