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.

• Safety Compliance :
  Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment. Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.
• Quality Control :
  Inspect products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards.
• Receiving and Unloading :
  Accept incoming shipments, verify contents, and unload materials using forklifts and / or pallet jacks.
• Documentation :
  Complete necessary paperwork and update inventory systems.
• Inventory Management :
  Assist with inventory functions, including cycle counts, physical inventory, and product checks to ensure accurate records and proper storage.
• Order Fulfillment :
  Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment according to customer specifications.
• Equipment Operation :
  Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• General Duties :
  This list is not all-inclusive of other tasks and subtasks that may be necessary in performing this role, but rather an overview of the role's primary work tasks. Other job tasks may be assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar position required, 2-3 years' experience preferred.
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment is preferred.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• 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.

• Lifting and Carrying :
  Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, up to 50 lbs., frequently throughout the shift.
• Standing and Walking :
  Up to 10 hours of standing and walking on concrete floors per day.
• Bending and Stooping :
  Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to access inventory and perform tasks.
• Climbing :
  Occasional climbing of ladders or stairs to reach higher shelves.
• Manual Dexterity :
  Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small parts and operating equipment.
• Pushing and Pulling :
  Ability to push and pull carts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) :
  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.

Warehouse employees operate in an industrial environment with concrete flooring, requiring prolonged standing and movement. The workspace includes both forklift and pedestrian traffic, necessitating heightened awareness and adherence to safety protocols. Conditions vary by season and operational needs, exposing workers to cold, heat, and humidity.