OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

TEAMWORK - ATTITUDE - PASSION - INTEGRITY - NEVER SATISFIED

Hoffman Beverage Company is a leading, local, and family-owned distributor that was founded in 1919. We are committed to our mission of distributing the world's best beverages through great people and genuine partnerships . Hoffman Beverage is dedicated to building strong, lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers, and communities. We proudly embrace our values, as they define the qualities we impart in our team and our organization.

General Summary:

As an Operations Specialist, you will be expected to pick, receive, load, unload, replenish, and stage merchandise in the warehouse from area to area by utilizing equipment such as forklifts, pallet riders, and a layer picker.

A qualified candidate:

• Must have at least a High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to lift products from 25 lbs. to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 165 lbs. when handling keg products (required)
• Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively with teammates and managers (required)
• Must possess good organizational and time management skills (required)
• Should possess warehouse, merchandising, or wholesaler experience (preferred)
• Should possess working knowledge or experience operating powered equipment (i.e. electric pallet jacks and packing wrap machinery) (preferred)
• Should possess "hands-on" experience with inventory and logistic software programs (preferred)

Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations:

• Select and complete next day orders for customers
• Pull inventory from racks using automated equipment such as ring scanners, I-pods, and I -pads devices manually
• Check, verify, and audit selected products to ensure the count is correct and not damaged
• Build, wrap, tag, check, and stage orders continuously throughout the shift
• Build up and breakdown pallets and carts as needed
• Operate warehouse and order picking computer systems/equipment to accurately fill orders and effectively manage inventory
• Load trucks daily using I-pads to verify load sequence of orders as it is loaded
• Assist in checking order and replenish pick floor as needed
• Apply current build and rotation practices when loading bar trucks
• Must follow current safety, build, and pick best practices
• Responsible for care and maintenance of equipment.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and other duties assigned by management
• Perform varied duties (as listed above) depending on department assignment. Assignment will change depending on warehouse needs.

Physical Requirements: These are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of the requirements, depending on requirement, the essential functions to which it relates and the proposed accommodation.

X Seeing X Ability to Move Distances X Lifting/Carrying (specify)

X Seeing/Hearing Within & Between 50 Pounds

X Color Perception Warehouses and Offices X Maneuver (specify) 165 Pounds

X Touching X Ability to Mount & X Driving

X Dexterity Dismount Forklift/Truck

X Hand X Pushing/Pulling

X Finger

Mental/Reasoning Requirements:

X Reading – Simple __ Reading – Complex __ Analysis/Comprehension

X Writing - Simple __ Writing – Complex __ Judgement/Decision Making

X Basic Math - Skills __ Clerical

Work Environment:

X Shift Work X Extreme Heat __ Moving Objects

X Work Alone X Extreme Cold __ High Places

X Work with Others X Outside __ Fumes/Odors

X Face-to-Face Contact __ Electrical Equipment __ Hazardous Materials

X Inside __ Pressurized Equipment X Dirt & Dust

X Verbal Contact w/Others X Noise

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe, and general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Hoffman Beverage Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.