CDL-Eligible Warehouse & Logistics Associate

penlight; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

PenLight in Washington state is seeking a warehouse worker to perform day-to-day receiving, inventory control, and order fulfillment in the yard and warehouse under supervision.

The role requires the ability to operate forklift and other equipment, maintain accurate records, communicate with departments, and meet safety standards; a WA Class-A CDL is preferred or obtainable within six months.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of PLC’s warehouse practices and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing (including legible records) and to maintain interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability to read maps, plans, work sketches and specification sheets and to carry out oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of methods, technologies, tools, equipment, materials, supplies and processes used in warehousing.
• Ability to maintain Washington state commercial driver’s license (CDL) endorsement and flagger certification.
• Understanding and application of relevant local, state and federal safety and health regulations.
• Must be able to operate forklift, pallet jacks and/or other material handling equipment.
• Able to adhere to all safety regulations and wear protective equipment as necessary.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of mathematics, bookkeeping and electricity.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Performs day-to-day activities for the warehouse, including receiving and unloading freight, issuing freight slips, handling materials, supplies and tools, stocking shelves and making deliveries.
• Assists in communication with other departments to ensure accurate purchase orders, materials lists, proper billing, adequate levels of inventory and inventory projections as assigned.
• Assists in inventory control, salvage and return processing. Performs batching using records and reports to maintain established inventory and stock levels. Monitors lead-time purchasing requirements for high-value items.
• Assists in the evaluation of freight rates, promptness of delivery, accuracy of orders and condition of received goods.
• Complete all warehouse work in yard as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor/Foreman. Ensure the warehouse/yard stays clean, clear and organized.
• Performs necessary warehouse documentation such as completing logs and forms for inventory, shipping documents and tracking information.
• When needed, may drive company vehicles for repair, servicing and/or pickup/drop-off.
• Performs flagging and provides field support as required.
• Based on pick lists for work/service orders, assembles items from inventory to be used for jobs in the field. Delivers materials and supplies to field as assigned.
• Performs recordkeeping of rubber gloves and blankets, gas and oil records, and all other required environmental/safety applications.
• Pumps bad transformers as assigned.
• Under the supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor/Foreman, coordinates routine maintenance and inspections as scheduled or requested on PLC Company vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Performs facilities maintenance and repairs as assigned.
• Assists in reviewing projected construction plans to ensure adequate levels of materials.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

CDL endorsement

Safety regulations

Written communication

Maps & plans reading

Recordkeeping

Attention to detail

Electrical basics

Warehousing knowledge

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

PenLight in Washington state is seeking a warehouse worker to perform day-to-day receiving, inventory control, and order fulfillment in the yard and warehouse under supervision.

The role requires the ability to operate forklift and other equipment, maintain accurate records, communicate with departments, and meet safety standards; a WA Class-A CDL is preferred or obtainable within six months.