Warehouse Associate I

Warehouse Associate I Contract To HireThe Associate operates equipment to fulfill job function in one or more function of the department to be either shipping, receiving, inventory or production set up.Essential Duties/Responsibilities/Functions:Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Complete safety training and follow all safety rules.Safely operate forklift at all times.Operate forklift to pull/receive inventory from/into specific locations in the warehousePull/receive accurate count of product for each pick/receipt.Responsible for reporting any product, equipment or forklift damage to the supervisor immediately.May also provide support for production in the staging components.Handle inventory individually by placing onto pallet(s) to complete shipment/receipt per work order/instructions.Shrink wrap pallets to secure product using hand, shrink wrapper, or automated pallet wrapper.Secure the load by bracing and blocking the product with pneumatic or small tools.Alert respective Supervisor of any problems with orders being pulled, loaded or shipped.For shipments, must follow the Process Sheet (i.e., what country the product is being shipped to, Job #, what product should be shipped, etc.) for each country.Maintain assigned aisle in warehouse area for cleanliness and organization.Comply with Company SOPs and Policies.Participate in year-end inventory by helping with the counting of product and literature, working overtime if necessary.Assist the front office in moving/delivering items when requested.Assist other departments when requested.Assist in replacement of racks and/or beams in warehouse.Additional duties may be assigned as needed.Competencies:Attention to detailCollaborative skillsCommunication proficiencyCooperationDecision makingFocus on qualityIndependenceInitiativeProblem solvingResults drivenTechnical capacityTime managementVerbal expressionWritten expressionQualifications & Skills Required To Perform Job Duties:Knowledge of safe forklift operation or able to be trained to drive a forklift safely.Ability to read and write English to read and follow procedures and equipment instructions.Good math skills to measure and count product.Accurate and legible record-keeping skills.Be familiar with the use of Automated Process Control Inventory System (computer bar code system) as it pertains to the Shipping Department.Knowledge of use of hand tools to ensure proper bracing of containers and/or trailers. (i.e., nail, hammer, air hose, etc.)Sit-down Propane Forklift ExperiencePhysical Requirements To Perform Job Duties:Lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.Good hand/eye coordination.Safely fit into the forklift.Able to use hand tools.Manual dexterity skills to use hand tools.Able to use controls (gears and mechanisms) to operate and drive forklift.Sit, stand/remain seated and lift for long periods of time.Bend, squat, kneel, balance, turn and stoop.Reach forward and overhead.Education And/Or Experience Required To Perform Job Duties:High school diploma or GED required.6 months to 2 years of work experience in a similar work environment.Prior warehouse safety training preferred.Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.