The incumbent performs a variety of tasks that are necessary to prepare products for shipment by rail, truck, or other methods. He or she may unload, transfer and store raw materials that are used in the production process.
Responsibilities:
- Sorts, arranges, or stages material, miscellaneous equipment, and supplies in designated areas.
- Unloads, loads, stores and checks inbound and outbound material.
- Records deliveries, receipts, shortages, and storage of material.
- Spot check inventory daily, being alert for shortages, damaged goods, and other potential problems.
- Ensure that all stored materials are properly identified and visibly tagged.
- Perform basic analytical tests on raw materials and finished products to be sure they are within specifications.
- Alert management to deviations from quality standards and specifications.
- Maintain documentation as required.
- Keep the work area clean and perform other duties that are necessary to ensure that the shipping/receiving function is able to support production and meet customer expectations.
Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least two years of experience as a material handler, order puller, forklift operator, loader/unloader, shipping and receiving clerk, or similar role is required.
- Forklift certification and the ability to operate common material handling devices and equipment are required.
- Completion of a basic high-school or college level chemistry course would be helpful; familiarity with basic laboratory tools and equipment would also be a strong plus.
- Computer literacy and the ability to use handheld scanners, printers, label makers, and similar devices are required.
- Able to lift up to 50lbs regularly; over 50lbs with assistance is necessary.
- Willingness to work in environments for prolonged periods that are hot, dusty, noisy and that require the use of PPE.
EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
