Warehouse Specialist — Forklift & Inventory Control Job Little Rock area,Arkansas USA,Warehouse

Description

The Warehouse Specialist works in a team setting to reach warehouse operations goals. The Warehouse Specialist performs warehouse duties including sorting, receiving, pulling orders, and operating forklifts. This is a safety sensitive position. The Warehouse Specialist is a vital member of the Operations department and collaborates with them to support the implementation of new strategies, programs, or initiatives. This position will be comfortable learning new technology, as well as an eagerness to utilize Arkansas Foodbank software systems.

They will possess strong interpersonal skills, a spirit of collaboration and teamwork, and a commitment to hunger relief. Arkansas Foodbank team members will demonstrate a commitment to our mission and to the fight against hunger in Arkansas. They must have a clear understanding of and ability to articulate the mission and vision of Arkansas Foodbank and a desire to work with diverse populations.

Team members must exemplify Arkansas Foodbank values while representing the organization at public, social, and business settings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Individuals in this position may occasionally work irregular hours as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Safely operate industrial lift trucks and other motorized and non-motorized equipment to unload trailers, transport, select, stock, and load heavy/large merchandise

2. Meet safety, accuracy, and production standards for all assignments

3. Receive all product from trucks making deliveries to the Foodbank

4. Receive all product picked up by Foodbank trucks

5. Select product safely with a high degree of accuracy

6. Restock merchandise in the order selection area

7. Assist agencies with loading of their pallets

8. Transfer products to cooler, freezer, and warehouse from dock area

9. Complete proper receiving and shipping forms.

10. Conduct daily safety inspection of the equipment and submit report to Warehouse Manager

11. Perform basic sanitation duties to ensure a clean environment. Inspect all incoming loads for evidence of spoilage, odors, damaged containers, insects, rodents, excessive heat damage, freezer damage, water damage, mold or product leakage and report same to Warehouse Director

12. Conduct cycle counts and assist in inventory reconciliation

13. Identify and report any mechanical issues with warehouse equipment

14. Comply with warehouse and food safety guidelines

15. Work effectively with colleagues to ensure smooth warehouse operations assisting when and where needed

Requirements

The following qualifications are preferred; however, other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements upon approval of management.

High school diploma or GED equivalent
One (1) year warehouse, logistics, or inventory experience
Must be certified to operate power industrial equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) or be able to pass power industrial certification. The power industrial certification will be administered by the Arkansas Foodbank
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling inventory
Basic computer skills for inventory tracking and order processing
Ability to lift and move heavy items
Ability to work in hot, cold, or fluctuating temperatures
Comfortable wearing protective gear (e.g., insulated clothing, gloves, or cooling vests as needed)
Must pass a background…