Warehouse Worker

Job Description

The Warehouse Worker provides warehouse services through safe, efficient, cost-effective and accurate handling of customer products and materials using manual labor, standard power equipment and computer equipment.

Responsibilities

Job Duties

• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment. Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.
• Inspect products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards.
• Accept incoming shipments, verify contents, and unload materials using forklifts and/or pallet jacks.
• Complete necessary paperwork and update inventory systems.
• Assist with inventory functions, including cycle counts, physical inventory, and product checks to ensure accurate records and proper storage.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment according to customer specifications.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment as needed.

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time at their sole and complete discretion.

Qualifications

Experience

• A minimum of 1 years of experience in a similar position is required.

Preferred Experience

• 2-3 years or experience in a similar position.
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment.
• Forklift certification.

Preferred Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

Required Skills

• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (forklifts, power tools, RF scanners, etc.).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer skills for inventory management.

Work Conditions

• Environmental conditions vary by season and operational needs, exposing workers to cold, heat, and humidity.
• Majority of work is performed in an indoors industrial environment with concrete flooring. Infrequent outdoor exposure.
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is necessary to ensure worker safety. Must be able to use the following PPE: steel toe boots, safety glasses, safety gloves, and others as required. Depending on location, protective sleeves may be required.
• The workspace includes both forklift and pedestrian traffic, necessitating heightened awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals.
• Occasional work at high heights using ladders or scissor lifts.

Physical Requirements

• Job conditions require frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs., standing and walking on concrete floors up to 10 hours per day, pushing or pulling up to 200 lbs., and bending or stooping or reaching. Manual dexterity, visual acuity, hearing, and verbal communication are necessary to complete job tasks. Occasional sitting, climbing, kneeling or crouching, reaching overhead, and lifting over 50 lbs. is needed.
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment screening requirements (i.e. background, drug, etc.)