Warehouse Technician

Warehouse Technician

A Warehouse Technician will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse by efficiently managing the flow of goods in and out, with both physical and systematical transactions. This position requires a strong understanding of warehouse processes and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process incoming and outgoing shipments using existing warehouse management processes and systems.
• Read customer orders, work orders, shipping orders and/or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, or shipped.
• Palletizing, crate building, labelling, scheduling and timing shipments.
• Load and unload trucks, ensuring proper handling of all items to prevent damage.
• Assist in maximum space utilization and efficiency in the warehouse.
• Ensure all products are stored in a logical, organized and easily accessible manner.
• Utilize systems for inventory management and tracking shipments.
• Freight carrier interaction
• Collaborate with team members to optimize shipping and receiving processes and improve efficiency.
• Continuously evaluate processes and procedures to identify ways for improvement and cost reduction.
• Foster a team-oriented, organized, and safety-focused environment.
• Assists with other duties as assigned and/or any other tasks as assigned by Leadership.

Requirements

• Experience with loading and unloading freight efficiently.
• Familiarity with order fulfillment processes.
• Knowledge of software for inventory management is a plus.
• Ability to operate forklifts and reach trucks safely within a warehouse setting.
• Strong order picking skills to ensure accuracy in fulfilling customer orders.
• Basic math skills for handling inventory counts and shipment calculations.
• Able to read and decipher a tape measure.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in warehouse, shipping and inventory processing.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required

Physical Demands

Demand Frequency Sedentary Lifting 0-10 pounds - Frequent Light Lifting 10-20 pounds - Frequent Moderate Lifting 20 to 50 pounds - Frequent Heavy Lifting 50 to 100 pounds - Occasional with help Pulling/Pushing, Carrying - Frequent Reaching or working above shoulder - Occasional Walking - Constant Standing - Frequent Sitting - Frequent Stooping - Frequent Kneeling - Frequent Repeated Bending - Frequent Climbing ladders - Occasional Desk Work/Computer use/Telephone use - Occasional Operating a motor vehicle - Limited Operating a commercial vehicle - Limited