General Warehouse - Clayton, Indiana Night Shift

General Warehouse-Fork Lift Operator

This position has five key operational functions within the General Warehouse role: 1) Transporting Product, 2) Freight Picking, Layer Picking, and List Reach, 3) Put-a-way, Bulk Pick and Replenishment, 4) Outbound - Loading, and 5) Inbound Unloading. These functions/activities may be assigned daily utilizing one or more of the five types of Power Lift equipment/ MHE (Material Handling Equipment): Pallet Jacks, Forklifts, Stock Pickers, Reach Trucks or Layer Picker. This position requires training and certification on all four Power Lift/Material Handling Equipment types. This position must meet or exceed performance productivity standards as established by ABW in each functional area.

Essential Functions

• Transporting Product
  • Move product from inbound staging areas to the assigned aisle utilizing power lift equipment with RF
  • Inspecting transported units to ensure the absence of obvious product damage or foreign materials and acceptable wooden pallet quality
  • Move product from drop zones to staging lanes supporting outbound shipments
  • Ensuring all units are properly labeled and stretch-wrapped to support product protection and stability during shipment
• Freight Pick/Layer Pick /List Reach
  • Understand Pallet Quality Requirements to ensure the selection of acceptable pallets
  • Inspects and sorts defective packaging/products during pallet builds
  • Supporting customer shipments through the assembly of requirements less than full pallet quantities
  • Build pallets with multiple products, maintaining case integrity during shipment with the accuracy of the count
  • Build pallets based on layer quantities, case size, and case weight to ensure load (pallet) integrity (protection during shipment)
  • Manually lifting and stacking cases for extended periods of time, following safe lifting practices
  • Lifting and stacking of up to 50lb cartons/bags for shift
  • Label, secure, and stretch wrap pallet for security of shipment To completely protect the product from shifting and damage
• Put-a-way, Bulk Pick and Replenishment
  • Operate power lift equipment to put away palletized products into storage locations from designated areas
  • Operate power lift equipment to pick palletized products from storage locations to designated areas
  • Working within narrow aisles, using excellent vision and motor skills
• Outbound - Loading
  • Operates power lift equipment to load trailers and containers
  • Follows all dock safety procedures, including trailer restraint engaged and the tractor disconnected prior to entering the trailer
  • Performs trailer inspections to confirm acceptability to customer requirements prior to loading
  • Verifies trailer refer is properly set and functioning properly before loading
  • Follows loading training and any special instructions for the shipment
  • Ensure completion of Outbound Cover Sheet for shipment
  • Ensure all pallets and products meet customer requirements before loading, including pallet quality, absence of foreign materials
  • Scans only pallets as loaded into the trailer
  • Utilize WMS to assist in determining loading sequence and weight distribution
  • Applies dunnage as needed (airbags, stretch wrap, wood core, etc.) to secure load and minimize transit damage
  • Report any nonconforming issues to the Shift Lead.
• Inbound - Unloading
  • Operate power lift equipment to unload trailers and containers
  • Follows all dock safety procedures, including trailer restraint engaged and the tractor disconnected prior to entering the trailer
  • Utilizes push-pull equipment to manage slip sheet loads.
  • Confirms trailer number and seal numbers as compared to BOL, removes and discards to trash
  • Conducts trailer inspection and documents results on Inbound Cover Sheet. Reports any deviations or noncompliance to Shift Lead
  • Unload products using power lift equipment for inspection and labeling
  • Inspect inbound shipments to confirm the item, code date, and quantity accuracy
  • Apply preprinted pallet labels matching HU labels
  • Identify, remove, and document any damage found on BOL
  • Stretch-wrap product as needed using hand wrap to secure loads
  • Scan all pallets to the designated area

Other Functions

• Keep work areas free of wood and other debris clean throughout the shift
• Inspect assigned power lift equipment (MHE) to ensure proper working order and document as required before use
• Report all defective equipment to the Shift Lead immediately, and "Red Tag" unit
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety procedures and guidelines
• Other assignments by the Shift Supervisor

Competencies

• Ability to multi-task and follow instructions as assigned by supervisor
• Attention to detail and accuracy of documentation
• Able to understand both written and oral instructions
• Use of WMS (Warehouse Management System) computer software and the RF Interface
• Excellent vision, depth perception, and motor skills required
• Ability to stand for long periods - up to 12 hours.
• Physical ability to bend, reach, and lift for long periods up to 12 hrs.
• Able to distinguish warehouse pests and document any sightings
• Ability to operate the designated material handling equipment safely and effectively
• Ability to achieve and maintain the required production standard for the assigned function

Work Environment This position works in a climate-controlled warehouse, with some potential outdoor exposure during the workday. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully without limitations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Location and Workday

• Clayton, IN
• 4 Day work week
• Potential 12 hr. shifts
  • Scheduled shift 6 pm - until workflow complete
  • Training first 2 weeks

Starting Pay

• $21.82 Night Shift

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

Atlanta Bonded Warehouse Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package, including full employee Medical and Life insurance at no additional cost to you, effective day onedental and vision, 401(k), paid time off, and paid holidays. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented, and team-oriented individual with a passion for logistics, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Atlanta Bonded Warehouse Corporation