Summary/Objective

As the Warehouse Assistant, you will work with a great team, be responsible for the accurate receiving, storing, and shipping of products to meet company standards of safety, productivity, and quality. This includes the operation of basic forklifts in the handling of products. Must be available to work scheduled hours to meet customer needs.

Essential Functions

1. Load and unload freight in an efficient and safe manner, recording all necessary paperwork.

2. Transport product to storage areas using proper equipment and efficiently stack and store product.

3. Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing and other miscellaneous tasks as needed.

4. Operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

5. Check product for accuracy in inventory, damage and infestation and complete paperwork.

6. Pick product for transfer in a timely and accurate manner.

7. Conduct operations and model behavior that promotes a safe environment. This would include completing daily safety inspections before operating, looking in the direction of travel, wearing a seat belt, driving at an appropriate speed, and appropriate use of the horn as examples.

8. Sweep and clean area, including trailers, as needed.9. Abide by all company rules and policies in regards to conduct and safety.

10. Must have the ability to turn head to look in the direction of travel. Must have the ability to look up. Must have the ability to wear the seat belt during operation per OSHA regulation.

11. Demonstrate a 3 point stance mount and dismount at all times when getting on and off the forklift.

12. Utilize Hand held scanners and the Warehouse Management System.

13. Perform Cycle Counts as requested within the timeframe requested.

Qualifications Requirements

Maintain appropriate licenses and acceptable driving record

Minimum of one year of experience as forklift driver or similar role

Attention to detail

Good knowledge of industrial equipment

Must be able to perform full physical functions

Excellent coordination

Valid certification to operate forklifts

Good time-management skills

Great interpersonal and communication skills