Warehouse Associate

Metro Logics, Inc; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Logics, Inc. in Salt Lake City is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support warehouse inventory by processing, checking, verifying and inventorying materials. The role requires lifting, operating a forklift, and adhering to safety standards in a temperature-controlled warehouse.

Typical duties include receiving shipments, storing products, and completing paperwork. Candidates should have basic computer skills and prior warehouse experience, with ability to obtain forklift certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least one year of related experience.
• Knowledge of shipping/receiving processes and best practices.
• Previous lift truck operation and warehouse experience.
• Must be able to obtain forklift operation and safety certification.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Receive and process incoming shipments.
• Put away product in appropriate locations.
• Refer damaged or substandard problems to appropriate personnel.
• Rotate dated materials to ensure use before shelf life.
• Operate forklift equipment as required, ensuring that safety standards are followed.
• Complete shipping functions, as requested.
• Conduct all materials handling procedures per company policies and safety regulations.

Skills

Shipping/receiving knowledge

Forklift operation

Forklift safety certification

Basic computer skills (Outlook, MS).

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Teamwork and communication

Time management

Tools

Forklift

WMS

MS Office (Outlook)

Job description

Warehouse Associate

Job Location: US-UT-Salt Lake City

Position Type: Regulars Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Facility OperationsManager

About MetroLogics, Inc.

Metro Logics, Inc. (Metro) is a privately owned medical logistics service company located in Salt Lake City, UT, with additional facilities in Mississippi and Nevada. We provide temperature-sensitive storage, warehousing and rapid distribution services for perishable foods, pharmaceutical products and medical devices and supplies. Metro manages highly regulated, temperature controlled and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)compliant warehouses.

Overview

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

About the role

The Warehouse Associate will be responsible for supporting warehouse inventory including processing, checking, verifying and inventorying materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for the timely and accurate performance of physical inventory functions.

• Receive and process incoming shipments


• Put away product in appropriate locations


• Refer damaged or substandard problems to appropriate personnel


• Rotate dated materials to ensure use before shelf life has expired


• Operate forklift equipment as required, ensuring that safety standards are followed


• Complete shipping functions, as requested


• Conduct all materials handling procedures in accordance with established company policies and procedures, and safety regulations

Assumes responsibility for the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of paperwork.

• Complete the attached material tags, as directed


• Conduct and record inventory counts, as directed


• Complete inventory tracking paperwork, as directed


• Record pulling, packing, and shipping information, as assigned

Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relations with area personnel.

• Meet the needs of the Inventory Control department by delivering products or materials on schedule


• Perform miscellaneous inventory functions, as assigned


• Provide support for other warehouse personnel. Make suggestions to improve operational procedures, as appropriate


• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant concerns

Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

• Ensure that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained


• Stay informed of handling requirements


• Complete special projects, as assigned


• Perform janitorial related duties to commonly used areas, as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, or GED equivalent and a minimum of one year of related experience


• Knowledge of shipping/receiving processes and best practices


• Previous lift truck operation and warehouse experience


• Must be able to obtain forklift operation and safety certification


• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook)

Skills

• Working experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred


• Leads by example and drives organizational performance by being open to feedback and self-improvement


• Effective communication skills and ability to work well within a team environment


• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and time management skills

Physical Activities and Working Conditions

• Exposure to seasonal outdoor elements, ambient and refrigerated/frozen storage environments (as low as -112°F)


• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend and kneel


• Medium work; must occasionally push, pull, move, carry or lift up to 50 pounds, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly


• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms

Additional Qualifying Factors

Must have a satisfactory background screening, negative drug test, positive references and proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required.

Salary

Salary:$18.77/hour

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

Metro Logics, Inc. is only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters, employment agencies, and/or other staffing services will not be considered.

Metro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.