Unloader

Warehouse UnloaderThe Warehouse Unloader (AKA Lumper) is responsible for unloading merchandise in accordance with established safety, procedural and accuracy standards to meet the warehouse operation goals.Essential Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Select products accurately and properly verifyPerform required equipment inspection and report any deficiencies to supervisorMust follow proper safety proceduresReceive load assignment from dock supervisorMust follow all work instructions and proceduresRemove product from trailer and break down loads to customer specifications per purchase orderMust break down loads efficiently, accurately, in a timely manner, with little to no error on loads: loads must be wrapped and lined up by P.O. line number when requiredResponsible for recording loss, damages, shortages and overagesResponsible for turning in all packaging slip, recording your name and number of shortages or overages, if any.Reports any equipment damages and/or integrity of palletsWill train new team members on unloading processMust maintain a clean working areaMake recommendations for more effective operations.CompetenciesMust be able to identify products by size, type, color or product code.Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language.Basic math skillsReasoning skills with the ability to understand and execute instructions.Must have the ability to work safely in a warehouse environmentMust have the ability to work in a team environmentMust maintain certification, if using powered industrial equipmentGood organizational and time management skills in order to meet goalsProficiency in inventory software, databases and systems or the ability to learnPhysical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. This position frequently requires to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel crouch or crawl. Occasionally required to sit, climb and balance. Must be physically capable of constantly lifting and/or moving objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Education & ExperienceHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience, preferredPrevious working experience as a warehouse worker, preferredFamiliarity with modern warehousing practices and methods or the ability to learn processes and proceduresMust maintain certification, if using powered industrial equipmentWork EnvironmentThis position works in a warehouse setting with various temperatures. Warehouse temperatures vary from freezer, refrigerator, climate control to no climate control warehouses as well as some outdoor exposure. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, two-way forklift flow and loud noise.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All other duties assigned by supervisor.