Warehouse Specialist

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for supporting the efficient operation of the warehouse by performing a variety of material handling and logistics tasks. Receive, inspect, store, and distribute raw materials, packaging materials, supplies, and finished goods. Perform shipping activities, including order preparation, packaging, labeling, documentation, and carrier coordination. Maintain accurate inventory records and execute inventory transactions within the ERP system. This position involves operating forklifts and other mobile equipment to move materials within the warehouse. Additional responsibilities include ensure production areas are supplied with required materials and packaging components. Maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety and quality requirements. Support inventory accuracy through cycle counting and physical inventory activities. Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities to meet customer and operational requirements. Area of responsibility Overall responsible for all activities within PPP NA (Gx Berlin, Ohio) Warehouse Operations: Receive, inspect, unload, store, and distribute raw materials, packaging materials, supplies, and finished goods. Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against applicable documentation and report discrepancies. Maintain accurate inventory records through proper transaction processing, cycle counts, and physical inventories. Ensure proper material identification, traceability, stock rotation, and storage practices. Supply production areas with required materials and support the movement of materials and finished goods throughout the facility. Shipping & Logistics: Pick, pack, verify, stage, and prepare customer orders for shipment. Prepare shipping documentation, labels, packing lists, and bills of lading. Coordinate carrier pickups, freight activities, and truck loading to support on-time delivery performance. Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records within the ERP system. Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other authorized material-handling equipment. Quality, Safety & Compliance: Follow all company safety policies, procedures, PPE requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and customer-specific requirements. Perform required quality inspections and ensure products are packaged and labeled according to approved specifications and Control Plans. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including adherence to 6S standards. Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost. General Activities: Communicate effectively with Operations, Production, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to support business objectives. Follow established work instructions and procedures and assist with their development, revision, and training as required. Support other operational activities and perform additional duties as assigned by the Operations Manager. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum one (1) year of warehouse, shipping/receiving, logistics, inventory control, or material handling experience preferred. Manufacturing environment experience preferred. Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire. Basic computer skills, including inventory management and shipping systems. Strong attention to detail, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Basic mathematical and problem-solving skills. Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform frequent lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift up to 56 pounds and move loads up to 200 pounds using approved material handling equipment. Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gerresheimer