Will mentor and train new and existing associates in specific distribution activities to help achieve established customer demands
Will train new and existing associates on current Standard Operating Procedures, which includes but is not limited to: shipping, receiving, picking, and/or quality control
Will assist in forklift operation and certification for new and existing associates
Shipping/Receiving Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate unloading of inbound shipments, orderly stacking of product, and the picking and staging of outbound shipments in accordance with the highest possible levels of productivity.
Verify required inbound/outbound paperwork with drivers, ensuring that all products is properly counted.
Efficiently and accurately load orders according to the appropriate doors and trailers.
All shipping/receiving/picking functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
Researches discrepancies that may occur in the shipping and receiving process.
Customer Service
Responsible for conducting yourself in a professional manner in appearance and communications at all times.
May communicate with customers telephonically, electronically, or in person.
Prepare required activity reports accurately and efficiently for site management.
Quality Control Responsibilities
The quality control functions include but are not limited to using the appropriate documentation to ensure all product and/or orders are received or shipped correctly, and accurately picked
Will verify products and/or orders meet quality standards, including reporting any damages or discrepancies. Will stack, package, shrink wrap, and label product(s)
All quality control functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
Reports inconsistencies and/or problems to the Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager.
Participates in quality meetings.
Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance
Knowledgeable and complies with relevant ISO standards that impact this positon, department and company. Responsible for executing all safety protocols.
Will accomplish all job tasks in a manner that promotes safety
Responsible for cleanliness of warehouse
Maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area, and assist in security of the warehouse
Will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/ MSDS Standards
Participates in safety meetings.
Labour Management
Direct the operations of the warehouse work team to achieve prescribed objectives.
Assist associates and temporary labor in the completion of productivity sheets and accurate capture of production and payroll hours.
Assist Supervisor in maintaining the level of employees consistent with a productive workforce.
Participate in establishing work schedules.
Ensure that the schedules are correctly implemented and that jobs are assigned effectively and completed properly.
Assist the Operations Supervisor in ensuring that all associates handle product according to all prescribed quality procedures and guidelines.
Responsibility and Authority
Participates in department meetings.
Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality system; to identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, and quality system; to initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through designated channels.
All non-conformities are to be immediately brought to the attention of the Quality Department
Equipment Operation
In performing assigned duties the equipment used can include but is not limited to: sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, sweeper scrubber, scissor lift, cherry picker, Aisle Master or pallet jack.
Associates are responsible for the upkeep of equipment and reporting of equipment problems.
On a daily basis, associates will inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment.
Associates will operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
Associates must maintain an active forklift certification.
Maintenance
Perform or assist in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
