Shipping and Forklift Operator

McNICHOLS CO.; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

PTO 15 days

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Financial health benefits

Job summary

McNICHOLS in Washington state is seeking a Shipping and Forklift Operator to perform warehouse duties including packing/shipping, receiving materials, and operating forklifts and related equipment. You will help maintain inventory accuracy, process shipments, and assist customers in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a commitment to safety. Uniforms and PPE are provided; competitive benefits are offered, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate computer knowledge; capable of using inventory systems and RF scanners.
• Experience with UPS Worldship and Fed Ex shipping programs preferred.
• Experience driving a forklift; side loader and overhead crane experience a plus.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift material up to 50 pounds, and perform other physical tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment.
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Pack and ship customer orders.
• Accurately receive incoming material to maintain inventory integrity.
• Safely operate forklifts and other lift equipment, handle material and load and unload LTL carriers.
• Organize material pulls for orders to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Process incoming material including inspecting and receiving POs, interbranch and vendor material, customer returns and damaged freight.
• Provide excellent customer service; answer phone, direct walk up customers to sales, and answer questions.
• Assure timely shipment of orders and communicate issues.
• Maintain high quality standards by following standardized procedures and processes.
• Follow required safety and quality procedures.
• Order and maintain proper shipping and packing supplies including skids, strapping and labels.
• Properly tag and hold incoming LTL material or returned orders in preparation for receiving
• Call carriers to arrange order pickups.
• Use power tools such as chop saw, banders and packaging machines
• Maintain equipment by following routine preventative maintenance requirements

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Inventory systems

UPS Worldship

FedEx shipping programs

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Overtime availability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanners

UPS Worldship

FedEx shipping programs

Job description

With distribution centers nationwide, McNICHOLS is the leading and trusted supplier of metal products including perforated, grating, mesh, expanded, and designer metals. Our products are used in applications all around you, helping to shape architectural designs, entertainment venues, and more. Family-founded and customer obsessed, we have a purpose driven team inspired to support our customers in building America.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Shipping and Forklift Operator to join our team. The Shipping and Forklift Operator is responsible for performing warehouse functions including shipping, receiving, picking inventory and wrapping/crating orders according to detailed order and quality requirements.

All uniforms, steel toed boots, and safety equipment is provided in a clean, safe work environment. We also offer an excellent training program, skill based pay, and great opportunities for career growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pack and ship customer orders.
• Accurately receive incoming material to maintain inventory integrity.
• Safely operate forklifts and other lift equipment, handle material and load and unload LTL carriers.
• Organize material pulls for orders to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Process incoming material including inspecting and receiving POs, interbranch and vendor material, customer returns and damaged freight.
• Provide excellent customer service; answer phone, direct walk up customers to sales, and answer questions.
• Assure timely shipment of orders and communicate issues.
• Maintain high quality standards by following standardized procedures and processes.
• Follow required safety and quality procedures.
• Order and maintain proper shipping and packing supplies including skids, strapping and labels.
• Properly tag and hold incoming LTL material or returned orders in preparation for receiving
• Call carriers to arrange order pickups.
• Use power tools such as chop saw, banders and packaging machines
• Maintain equipment by following routine preventative maintenance requirements

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Intermediate computer knowledge; capable of using inventory systems and RF scanners
• Experience with UPS Worldship and Fed Ex shipping programs preferred
• Experience driving a forklift; side loader and overhead crane experience a plus
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift material up to 50 pounds, and perform other physical tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be able to work overtime as required

At McNICHOLS we reward our team with great health and wellness benefits, generous 401k matching, 15 days of PTO, as well as 100% company paid life insurance, disability, wellness, and financial health benefits.

Join McNICHOLS – Where Inspired People and Inspired Service are our mission. Visit us at mcnichols.com/careers to learn more!