Warehouse Worker

SUMMARY
The distribution center warehouse worker position is required to perform an array of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse with a strong focus on safety. The goal of this position is to increase efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Receiving

Unload company trucks and commercial trucks
Count and verify that correct products and number of pieces are received and signed for
Check in merchandise into inventory/stock in the computer system
Rotate stock
Check merchandise for quality; setting aside any damaged goods for processing
Check purchase orders for open orders
Check in UPS and RPS shipments
Deliver packages to individuals or departments
Write up receiving paperwork
Notify Warehouse Manager or Purchasing Department of errors and damaged goods
Move plywood to proper storage area

Shipping and Export

Pull, stage and pack orders
Weigh pallets/orders
Load trucks using hand-truck and / or forklift

Packing Table

Pull, stage and pack orders
Weigh packages and print shipping label on UPS machine
Shred paper for packing
Assemble boxes

Inventory

Input all merchandise into the computer system from info on Receiving paperwork
Make cycle counts
Pull, pack, and ship back-orders and special-orders
Check branch re-orders
Keep shelves properly marked
Preparation of inventory and tabulating final numbers
Maintain warehouse cleanliness and orderliness

Additionally, all employees are expected to perform all duties assigned by management, including but not limited to cross training and assisting other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Minimum of a high school education or GED
Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and use simple math
Ability to work in a face-paced environment

Preferred

Certified forklift truck operator

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally may be required to team lift up to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.