Warehouseperson

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Under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor/Purchasing Agent or Warehouse Foreman, this position performs work in carrying out the day-to-day activities of the warehouse and storehouse functions of receiving, inventory control, dispensing tools, materials and supplies, and related activities in the warehouse and yard.

Union-represented position with pay schedule. Wage scale: $36.40/hour - $46.09/hour.

This is a non-supervisory position.

• Performs day-to-day activities for the warehouse, including receiving and unloading freight, issuing freight slips, handling materials, supplies and tools, stocking shelves and making deliveries.
• Assists in communication with other departments to ensure accurate purchase orders, materials lists, proper billing, adequate levels of inventory and inventory projections as assigned.
• Assists in inventory control, salvage and return processing. Performs batching using records and reports to maintain established inventory and stock levels. Monitors lead-time purchasing requirements for high-value items.
• Assists in the evaluation of freight rates, promptness of delivery, accuracy of orders and condition of received goods.
• Complete all warehouse work in yard as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor/Foreman. Ensure the warehouse/yard stays clean, clear and organized.
• Performs necessary warehouse documentation such as completing logs and forms for inventory, shipping documents and tracking information.
• When needed, may drive company vehicles for repair, servicing and/or pickup/drop-off.
• Performs flagging and provides field support as required.
• Based on pick lists for work/service orders, assembles items from inventory to be used for jobs in the field. Delivers materials and supplies to field as assigned.
• Performs recordkeeping of rubber gloves and blankets, gas and oil records, and all other required environmental/safety applications.
• Pumps bad transformers as assigned.
• Under the supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor/Foreman, coordinates routine maintenance and inspections as scheduled or requested on PLC Company vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Performs facilities maintenance and repairs as assigned.
• Assists in reviewing projected construction plans to ensure adequate levels of materials.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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• Thorough knowledge of PLC’s warehouse practices and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing (including legible records) and to maintain interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability to read maps, plans, work sketches and specification sheets and to carry out oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of methods, technologies, tools, equipment, materials, supplies and processes used in warehousing.
• Ability to maintain Washington state commercial driver’s license (CDL) endorsement and flagger certification.
• Understanding and application of relevant local, state and federal safety and health regulations.
• Must be able to operate forklift, pallet jacks and/or other material handling equipment.
• Able to adhere to all safety regulations and wear protective equipment as necessary.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of mathematics, bookkeeping and electricity.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Work is primarily performed in a warehouse environment with occasional work done outside in varying weather conditions. During emergencies or prolonged recovery and/or response periods, individual may be asked to work extended, out-of-routine…