Warehouse Worker - Wilmington, United States - Colonial Materials Inc
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** Warehouse Worker / Forklift Operator**
**Job Category****:** Operations **Requisition Number****:** WAREH05596 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
**About Colonial Materials, Inc.**
*Colonial Materials, Inc. has 11 locations throughout North Carolina and is a subsidiary to the larger Gypsum Management and Supply, Inc., or GMS. As part of that GMS network, Colonial Materials contributes to the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products, and other specialty building materials operating 275 distribution centers across the USA and Canada. Colonial Materials strives to uphold its Mission Statement as stating, We are united to be the premier building materials distributor by providing solutions, developing lasting relationships, and safely serving our community."* *For more information about Colonial Materials, visit . For more information about GMS, visit or any one of our subsidiary company websites.*
**Summary of Position:**
A Colonial Materials, Inc. Warehouse Worker is responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery set-up.
**Duties & Responsibilities:**
Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy
Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place in appropriate area for customer pick up or delivery; loading and unloading trucks as necessary
Maintain inventory controls through minimizing materials damage and ensuring order accuracy
Be able to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations
Establish, maintain and promote high standards of customer service
Workers are required to lift to 50 lbs., walk or stand for most of the shift, and wear protective gear and steel-toed boots
Ensure that equipment is maintained to company operating standards
Must be able to think for yourself-problem solve
**Other Competencies:**
Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers
**Basic Qualifications:**
High School diploma
1-3 years of experience or more is preferred
**Physical Demands:**
Must be able to remain in stationary position 50%
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Must wear protective gear and steel-toed boot
Frequently, will move about inside the warehouse
Must be able to operate warehouse machinery
Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Constantly in warehouse environment
**Mental Demands:**
Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks
Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks
Must be able to multitask
Must be able to receive information
Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur
Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement
**Company Benefits:**
Competitive compensation based on level of experience
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
401k
Paid holidays, vacation days, and parental leave
This job description is subject to change at any time.
*Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.*
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