General Warehouse Worker

SUMMARY:
  • The primary function is to receive, inspect, and store material/supplies by performing the following duties:

DUTIES:

Receive shipments; inspect the materials/supplies for damages and completeness of order; Assist in the unloading of trucks when necessary. Unpack, barcode label, and store raw materials and/or supplies; Remove the packing slips; Stamp receiving date onto receiving documents, retaining copies to be delivered to the purchasing department at least once daily; Deliver supplies to requesting departments / individuals; Print barcode label and apply, to corresponding products; Coordinates with freight carriers and all departments requesting supplies; Perform daily safety inspections of vehicles and forklifts and complete forms; Drive company vehicle to pick up and/or deliver business related materials and supplies and will be subject to periodic DOT physicals and/or drug/alcohol screenings; Clean and maintain work area; Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Computer skills and ability to read and comprehend
  • Forklift experience preferred

EQUIPMENT USED:

Pallet Jack; Forklift; Strapping Tools; Telephone; Computer; Printer; Calculator; Copier; Office Equipment and Supplies

SPECIAL SKILLS OR ABILITIES:

Must possess the following skills:
  • Language Skills: Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general information pertaining to the job. Must be able to prepare reports required for the job. Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from other employees.
  • Mathematical Skills: Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, decimals, and common fractions.
  • Reasoning Ability: Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Must have the ability to apply information and variables learned from one task or project to other similar situations.

COMPETENCY:
To perform this job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Technical Skills: assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
  • Interpersonal: Remains open to other’s ideas and tries new things.
  • Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification: Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills.
  • Team Work: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other’s views; Gives, and welcomes, feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
  • Written Communications: Able to read and interpret written information.
  • Cognitive Skills: Logic, memory and reasoning are essential cognitive skills, decision making, analytical and critical thinking capabilities
  • Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Bending / Stooping / Twisting: Frequently
  • Lifting: Occasionally lifts up to 70 pounds.
  • Crouching / Kneeling: Frequently
  • Reaching: Frequently
  • Standing: Extended periods of time
  • Walking: Frequently
  • Pushing / Pulling: Frequently
  • Grasping / Gripping: Frequently
  • Sitting: Occasionally
  • Climbing Stairs: Occasionally
  • Visual: Must be able to read from computer, or printed matter.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level, in the work environment, is usually minimal.

Shift Schedule: 07:00 a.m. to 03:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday
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