Warehouse Loader/Unloader

Warehouse Loader/Unloader

Reports to Warehouse Manager


SUMMARY


Assists warehouse manager by loading/unloading merchandise from trucks to ship to store locations.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Efficient and safe loading and unloading of trucks in a secure manner to prevent damage
• Assists in receiving merchandise and reports any discrepancies
• Helps stock merchandise
• Maintains proper staging and loading areas
• Determine appropriate loading configuration, taking into account stop order, product mix and routing, to ensure maximum trailer utilization
• Load product into truck on pallets, or by hand stacking or a combination of both
• Ensure the method of loading prohibits damage in transit
• Inspects in coming merchandise and informs Warehouse Manager of all damages
• Assists in maintaining a clear, safe, clean warehouse
• Maintains a neat appearance and professional attitude
• Maintains proper paperwork
• Obeys all safety rules


OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Must be able to lift, push, pull, carry, reach, grasp, stoop, bend for up to 10 hours at a time. Position requires continuous walking, standing, frequent lifting on average of 50 plus pounds.


This position requires an individual who is honest, reputable, dependable and has both the ability and desire to serve the customers in an efficient and professional manner. Must have good communication and time management skills.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES


Proven experience as warehouse loader/unloader or another warehouse position


Experience or license in handling forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment helpful but not required


Ability to work with minimal supervision


Great attention to detail


Ability to read and understand simple instructions, paperwork, merchandise tickets, safety rules and regulations


Must be flexible and have the ability to perform under pressure


Ensure that work area is properly maintained in a neat, orderly fashion


Maintain safe work practices


Perform duties for other personnel who are absent


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


While performing the duties of the Warehouse Loader/Unloader, the employee will be regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk, talk, hear and use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. This employee is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel or crouch. This position requires the employee to frequently move or lift a
minimum of 50 pounds, and occasionally move up to 100 pounds, using proper lifting techniques. This person must be able to visually inspect merchandise and delivery documents.


Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick, 401K and more, starting after 90 days of employment.


Manager retains the discretion to add or change the duties to the position at any time.


Please apply at Schewels.com


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