Warehouse Specialist - Samples

Warehouse Specialist - Samples

To properly pick, stage and load customer orders for timely delivery, and to receive raw materials used in manufacturing process and communicate progress of shipping and receiving.

Essential Functions:

• Filling, capping and labeling sample containers.
• Pick and package sample orders and/or "ground shipments" for shipment via Parcel Service or Truck Line.
• Ship packages through the Parcel Service Computer Systems
• Print on-demand labels for samples and certain products
• Prepare international shipments
• Operate and maintain forklift
• Maintain finished goods inventory in proper bin locations
• Pick customer orders using WMS (Warehouse Management System)
• Load customer orders per Bill of Lading on trailers
• Offload in-coming materials from trucks
• Performing cycle counts with WMS (Warehouse Management System)
• Work in other work centers associated with production as needed
• Offload in-coming materials from trucks as needed

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete all assigned training.
• Contribute to a safe and environmentally secure work environment for yourself, your coworkers, and our customers by wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following established safety procedures.
• Report and take action to correct identified safety hazards during your shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned, if qualified, to meet business demands.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must be proficient in the operation of forklift.
• Must know to configure a "throw" pallet.
• Must know of all bin locations.
• Knowledgeable of DOT hazardous materials regulations
• Obtain DOT Hazmat and IATA Hazmat certifications
• Knowledge of how much product/weight can fit in a trailer.
• Must be able to operate dock plates.
• Understand proper block/brace procedures.
• Must be self-motivated and able to keep up with production demands.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and interact well with a variety of personalities within a production environment.
• Must be flexible and willing to help others when requested.
• Must be able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Due to the nature of our business, the ability to understand, read and write English fluently is required for safety reasons.
• Must be able to interact well with a variety of personalities within a production/manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Must display initiative and independent judgment.
• Use of the following equipment:
• Forklift
• Pallet jack
• Floor scales
• Bonding & grounding
• Miscellaneous hand tools

Working Condition & Environment:

This position requires exposure to various chemicals in a production environment. Exposure to dust, vapors, gases, chemicals is probable and personal protective equipment is required.

Plant is not an air conditioned environment but is equipped with adequate air flow handling equipment and ventilation system. Plant is heated during the winter months.

Technology Requirements:

• Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer
• Microsoft Office Outlook
• Other UPS & Fed Ex Software
• Must have efficient and accurate keyboarding skills

Education - Certification:

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Experience in warehouse or logistics environments is preferred
• Experience with operating warehouse equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, dock plates, etc.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and interact well with a variety of personalities within the Distribution Center and production plant.

Physical Aspects for Warehouse Specialist:

Primary work location:

Production/Warehouse

In an average day, employee is required to:

• Sit Frequently
• Stand Frequently
• Walk Frequently
• Forklift Operation Occasionally

In an average workday, employee must:

• Twist/bend/stoop Continuously
• Climb (ladders) Occasionally
• Reach (above shoulder) Continuously
• Kneel Continuously
• Balance Continuously
• Push/Pull Continuously
• Squat Continuously
• Crawl Continuously
• Crouch Continuously
• Carry 65 lbs. Continuously
• Lift 65 lbs. Continuously
• Use hands for repetitive action such as:
• Simple Grasping Frequently
• Firm Grasping Frequently
• Fine Manipulation Frequently

Job requires:

• Working at heights Occasionally
• Operating production equipment Yes
• Office equipment (computer, iPad, 10-key, etc.) Yes
• Computer knowledge (software, e-mail, internet, etc.) Yes
• Keyboarding Frequently
• Exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity Yes
• Exposure to dust, vapors, gases, chemicals Yes
• Travel for work Yes