Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

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Description
Whisker is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and  At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always get better. As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets. Whether it’s a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits, or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming pet care along the way.

To us, having a pet is the best thing ever. At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better. Whisker is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 700+ passionate team members.

Whisker operates daily with two shifts. If selected for an interview, please confirm if you are interested in first, second or either shift.

First Shift: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm CST |
Second Shift: 3pm - 11:30pm CST

What You’ll Do
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As a Warehouse/Distribution Associate II, you will assist with all material handling needs which are included but not limited to; safely loading and unloading all materials on trailers, stocking/staging inventory, quality control and maintaining inventory accuracy.

• Takes and removes materials to/from shipping and litter stations
• Maintains high level of organization and cleanliness
• Always maintains the proper inventory levels at workstations and racking
• Receives and checks incoming materials to the department – puts materials in correct stock locations and consolidates inventory
• Keeps the warehouse and shipping areas free of clutter and organized at all times.
• Collaborates with the department supervisor and lead to ensure all department requests are being fulfilled.
• Participates in cycle counting activities as required
• Delivers excellent customer service at all times to all levels inside and outside the organization
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with other material handlers, and effectively trains new material handlers as needed in the shipping department.
• Performs quality checks for incoming and outgoing materials – ensures correct materials are received, in good condition, and all shipping labels are applied to cartons
• Performs all duties in a manner that promotes team concept and reflects respect, excellence and superior customer service
• Efficiently operates equipment (including, but not limited to, Powered Industrial Trucks, Hand Trucks and Pallet Tables) while prioritizing the Whisker Zero-Incident Safety Culture
• Performs and documents Pre-Shift Powered Industrial Truck Inspections, informing the Distribution Supervisor when maintenance is required
• Will be required to perform other duties as assigned that would contribute to the successful operation of the department, team and/or organization

• Must maintain Whisker Powered Industrial Truck Certification
• Must push or pull pallets with manual pallet jacks onto docked trailers
• Must lift Litter-Robots over head onto trailer or pallet
• Requires good attendance & a positive attitude
• Multi-tasking skills are a must – able to handle multiple requests at once
• High attention to detail
• Proactive in preventing issues before they arise
• Basic addition and subtraction skills
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. repetitively throughout the day (as needed)
• Sitting, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, and climbing (as needed) for 8-10 hours a day
• Ability to work in various temperatures
• Ability to work occasional overtime and Saturday

• Experience as a Material Handler, Warehouse Associate, or similar position
• Experience with warehouse equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack)
• Familiarity with shrink wrapper
• Basic understanding of different parcel carriers

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to handle or feel, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The team member must continuously lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally…