Shipping Utility Worker

Black Bear Talent; Stuarts Draft (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Bear Talent is seeking a Shipping Utility Worker to handle secondary case picking and place cases onto conveyors, helping ensure smooth processing in the plant.

Responsibilities include using a WMS to track units, maintaining accurate inventory records, loading and unloading pallets, securing loads, and assisting with inbound pallets while upholding safety and cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) inventory software and scanners.
• Experience with order processing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, track, and record units moved using a WMS scanner and manifest.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages to appropriate personnel.
• Perform secondary case picking and place cases onto conveyors for processing.
• Load and unload products onto/from pallets, trailers, conveyors, and racks.
• Ensure accuracy and condition of loads and secure them for transport.
• Operate forklifts and related equipment when authorized.

Skills

WMS scanner

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Pallet handling

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

WMS software

Order processing systems

Job description

Black Bear Talent is recruiting for Shipping Utility Workers. The Shipping Utility Worker primarily handles secondary case picking and ensures cases are placed onto conveyors for continued processing. Occasionally, the employee may assist with stacking cases in trailers or preparing inbound transfer pallets. This position involves loading, unloading, and moving materials throughout the plant while following established safety and product purity practices. The employee is also responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and following procedures for all materials moved.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifies, tracks, and records the number of units moved or handled using a WMS scanner and manifest.
• Monitors inventory levels and communicates shortages to appropriate personnel.
• Reports product discrepancies and damage according to established procedures.
• Performs secondary case picking and places cases onto conveyors for continued processing.
• Loads and unloads products onto or from pallets, trailers, conveyors, floatboards, and racks by hand in a repetitive, fast paced environment.
• Ensures the accuracy and condition of loads.
• Installs bracing in loaded trailers to prevent shifting or product damage during transit.
• Stacks and assembles product cases into established patterns and bands bundles together as required.
• Secures product cases for transport and signals forklift operators to move loads to designated destinations.
• Attaches identifying labels to case bundles for shipment.
• Assists with stacking cases in trailers and preparing inbound transfer pallets as needed.
• Operates industrial trucks, if applicable, and scissor lifts when necessary and authorized.
• Operates and maintains radios, batteries, and scanners in good working condition.
• Positions portable conveyors to facilitate product movement.
• Makes simple adjustments or repairs, such as removing roller obstructions, replacing rollers, and realigning products in racks to facilitate movement.
• Demonstrates workplace behavior consistent with company policies and values.
• Communicates job related information to coordinate work tasks and maintain efficient operations.
• Maintains good attendance in accordance with company and department policies.
• Practices good personal hygiene and maintains a clean work area.
• Follows workplace safety procedures and demonstrates a commitment to a commitment to safety of others and products.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education

High School Education - Diploma

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Warehouse Management System Inventory software and WMS Scanner Order processing systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

May be required to obtain a Powered Industrial Equipment License

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee will regularly stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee

will regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee will occasionally sit and climb or balance.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities for this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; moderate to extreme cold and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job is in a manufacturing environment, with moving conveyors that may affect people sensitive to motion. Fast-moving machinery drives the work pace.