Warehouse Associate I (Temporary)

Warehouse Associate I

Position at The Pasha Group

Job Summary The Warehouse Associate I is responsible for the physical movement of freight in a container freight station, including unloading and loading commodities that transit the warehouse, and completion of associated documentation. This position also performs a variety of warehousing duties which require storage responsibilities and an understanding of the company's maintenance and safety plan. Primary Objectives

• Efficient, accurate movement of freight as required using appropriate equipment and safety practices.
• Accurate, timely completion of required documentation relating to inbound and outbound freight.
• Active support of safety, work environment and security policies and best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate electric or propane powered forklift trucks with rated lifting capacity of less than 5,000 lbs. to heights typically not exceeding 180 inches or 15 feet.
• Operate the lifting and tilting controls and steer the vehicle into position to load, move, transport and stack goods and materials in crates, boxes, pallets, skids about such locations as warehouse dock, ocean containers, vans, flatbed trucks, flat racks, etc.
• Receive and verify freight against receiving documentation, note discrepancies and damage, and report findings.
• Load and unload containers using strip sheets and load sheets; may unload ARC vessels into warehouse, and re-cube export shipments.
• May operate yard hustler for relocation of rail and ocean containers.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area of warehouse.
• Comply with safety and security regulations and policies including attendance at monthly safety meetings.
• Other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (HSED) required

Licenses and Certifications

• Forklift certification required
• Valid state issued driver's license and acceptable driving record preferred

Work Experience

• 6+ months of previous related work experience preferred
• 6+ months of forklift driving experience preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Self-directed with the ability to work within time and productivity guidelines with minimal supervision.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; able to listen to and follow verbal instructions and write legibly.
• Ability to read and properly complete freight-related documentation and instructions.
• Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with warehouse location and documentation systems preferred

Competencies

• Delivers Results Rigorously drives self and others to achieve high levels of individual and organization performance.
• Focuses on the Customer & Market Continuously evaluates what is important to the customer/client and develops products or solutions that exceed expectations.
• Makes Sound Business Decisions Makes timely and well-informed decisions that advance critical priorities, capitalize on new opportunities, and resolve problems.
• Practices our Values Supports and models The Pasha Way; conduct reflects Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, Innovation and Teamwork.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Travel Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hear and speak with sufficient clarity to understand and engage in telephonic information exchange; hear and understand verbal instructions; give and receive information verbally in person or via communication device - Often
• Walk/travel within office environment, kneel/crouch/bend to access floor-level storage - Often
• Use hands/fingers to operate office equipment, type/complete data input, write - Often
• Reach with hands, arms; lift, move and manipulate objects weighing up to 50 pounds - Regularly
• Sight sufficient to read instructions, documents, and screen-based information - Often
• Use hands/fingers to manipulate and file documents, folders, small objects, tools - Regularly

Working Environment This role requires work that may involve the following environmental conditions:

• Freight warehouse facility, office, outdoor yard and lot, and workshop settings, where hot, humid, cold, and other inclement weather conditions may occur.
• Moderate to high levels of noise.
• Potential exposure to airborne particles.
• May handle hazardous materials and may be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE).

Screening Requirements Background Checks Drug Testing The information included in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive or exhaustive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The salary range listed is based on the geographic zone associated with this role: BALTIMORE, MD. If you are applying to work from a different location, the salary range may vary to align with the cost of labor and market conditions in that area. For applicants from other zones, we encourage you to reach out to us to confirm the relevant salary range for your specific location. Starting pay will be determined by job-related factors including experience, education, and business needs and may be modified at any time. Zone 3: $20.00 - $22.00

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