Warehouse Loader

SUMMARY:

• Monday-Friday, 30 min lunch
• Flexibility for up to 12 hour work day.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transport truck loading: Moving full pallets of product from the warehouse onto a trailer
• Conventional truck loading: Selecting designated packages and flavors of product from the warehouse, then loading them into the bays of a route truck which the salesperson selected for that particular product/package.
• Work safely and apply all safety requirements as defined by management personnel
• Organize and clean work area
• Unload returned product and pallets/plastic flats
• Ensures cleanliness, tidiness and safety of work environment.
• Loads and unloads delivery vehicles.
• Accepts delivery of inventory.
• Counts and confirms inventory.
• Inspects inventory for damage and faults.
• Communicate errors to relevant parties.
• Stores inventory in an accessible manner.
• Loads and wraps stock on pallets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations:
  • Forklift Certification preferred; not required.
• Computer skills:
  • Database Software (ADP)
  • Electronic Mail Software (Outlook)
  • Inventory software
• Other skills preferred:
  • Work experience as a general laborer, preferably in a warehouse.
  • Ability to operate a forklift proficiently.
  • Completion of background investigation and drug screening.
  • Strong people skills.
  • Good moral character.
  • Physically strong, agile and dexterous, and undeterred by heights and adverse climatic conditions.
  • Positive work history and ability to maintain solid attendance.
  • Available to work extended hours.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand and walk.
  • Up to 6-10hrs a day
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Forklift, Ride-on palette jacks