Warehouse Assistant Shipping - Bay City, United States - Tillamook Country Smoker

Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Warehouse Assistant Shipping

DEPARTMENT: Warehouse

REPORTS TO: Warehouse Manager

SUMMARY: This position receives, stores, and distributes materials to the plant. Loads and unloads trailers. Prepares shipments. May work in production between warehouse responsibilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Read production schedule or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.

· Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.

· Sorts and places materials or items on pallets, racks or shelves.

· Must be able to lift 50 lbs

· Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.

· Moves materials via handheld device in software program which records into computer system; Maintains inventory records.

· Operates pallet jacks or forklifts to transport items.

· May be required to sort and segregate product.

· Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Experience using a handheld device for inventory software program.

· Forklift experience preferred.

· Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate with other employees in the organization.

· Ability to count, add, subtract, multiply and divide with the use of a calculator.

· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with simple problems that arise at work.

· To perform this job an individual should have knowledge of internet software, inventory software, and spreadsheet software.

· Commitment to excellence and high standards

· Ability to manage priorities and workflow

· Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

· Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

· Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.

· Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.

Starting wage for this position is $15.50. Wage is based on experience.

COMPETENCIES:

· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

· Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

· Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

· Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

· Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

· Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

· Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.

· Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

· Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

· Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.

· Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

· Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

· Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

· Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

· Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

· Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

· Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand/walk constantly; use of hands, wrist and arms continually, ability to reach at or above shoulder occasionally, below shoulder frequently.

· The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; boxes weighing 50 – 60# occasionally, lifts over 60# require two employees.

· The employee may regularly move product racks in excess of 500# in/out of trailers and coolers via push/pull and use of pallet jacks.

· While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally exposed to cold and wet conditions, moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.