Warehouse Associate (Splitter) - 3rd shift - Sunday - Thursday

Warehouse Associate (Splitter) - 3rd Shift - Sunday - Thursday

Job Category: Distribution Center

Requisition Number: WAREH012190

Location: North Kingstown, RI 02852, USA

Job Details

Description

Company Overview: Ocean State Job Lot ("OSJL" and "Company") is a leading $850+ million general merchandise retailer operating over 150 stores in the Northeast and a $75+ million shopping center business with OSJL as the anchor tenant in over 50% of its centers. At OSJL, we are committed to providing exceptional value to our customers while championing positive change in our communities and inspiring a more responsible model for retail.

Job Description: Distribute merchandise onto pallets in accordance with store allocation information from the daily split sheets in a manner that meets company established standards in safety, quality, and productivity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accurately complete and submit daily productivity sheets.
• Perform all splitting functions in an accurate, productive, and safe manner.
• Assign and remove pallets in and out of split lines, using a radio frequency (RF) scanning device.
• Build shippable pallets by operating a pallet jack, walkie talkies (40 and 60 channels), and wrapping machine.
• Distinguish different types of merchandise by verifying case pack and description.
• Transport pallets to Shipping, placing them in proper store lanes, and follow all audit-control procedures.
• Inspect and sign out equipment on a daily basis.
• Maintain compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and clean work area to meet or exceed area safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• English speaking, reading, and comprehension skills; bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to learn to use a RF scanner.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete the Powered Equipment Training Program and attainment of license.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete the Splitting Area Training Program and pass the Splitting Area proficiency test.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment and achieve any applicable license.

Attributes:

• Effective Communicator: You possess strong communication skills and have the ability to build and maintain a culture of trust and respect.
• Team Oriented: You are capable of embracing the ideas of others (even if they conflict with your own) for the sake of the Company. You commit time, focus, and energy to develop future OSJL leaders by motivating them around a common purpose and vision.
• Self-motivated: You can work with a minimum amount of supervision and be capable of strategically prioritizing multiple tasks in a proactive manner. You understand the tools and processes needed to meet larger strategic initiatives.
• Passionate: You must be passionate about online collaboration and ensuring our clients are successful; we love seeing hunger and ambition.

Work Environment:

• Work primarily in a distribution center environment. The DC warehouse environment is characterized by temperature extremes, noise, movement of conveyors and equipment, and other conditions associated with the operation of a high volume distribution center.
• Should be able to lift and move 50 lbs of material on a regular basis.
• Should be able to bend, lift, stretch, and reach both below the waist and above the head.
• Works primarily in a DC environment. Must be able to remain stationary and/or continually move for up to 10 - 12 hours per day.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The salary range for this position is between $15.00 to $15.75/hour. Salary varies depending on experience.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Thought Provoking:

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility:

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Job Security:

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Work-Life Balance:

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

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