Warehouse Associate

Northern Safety; Sparks (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Safety in Sparks, GA is seeking a reliable Warehouse Associate to perform receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging and shipping.

You will operate forklifts, verify freight, perform cycle counts, maintain cleanliness, and collaborate with team to keep inventory accurate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1–2 years in material handling.
• Ability to operate forklift and related equipment; certification required.
• Experience with warehouse software and SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive, stock, pick, pack, and ship warehouse orders.
• Verify incoming freight and adjust stock levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and organize warehouse; perform cycle counts.
• Operate forklifts and use RIF scanner to track inventory.
• Resolve issues related to damages and shortages.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

RIF Scanner

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Warehouse related duties including but not limited to receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging and shipping.


• Receive, unload (via forklift, pallet jack, or by hand), and visually verify parts and condition of incoming freight.


• Verify quantity of product going into stock using correct stocking processes. Follow correct processes for identifying and placing overstock.


• Accurately prioritize and fill orders of various products and quantities using warehouse equipment, and routing to appropriate processing area.


• Safely and accurately pick correct product. Verify correct product is packaged safely and in appropriate quantities and containers. Ensure accurate labeling is in place for bags/boxes and ready for shipping/distribution.


• Verify shipping orders match slips, utilize appropriate shipping lines and load packages.


• Communicate and rectify problems related to damages, shortages, inventory inaccuracy or specification issues.


• Perform cycle counts.


• Maintain warehouse, supplies and equipment. Maintain facility cleanliness and organization.


• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High school diploma/GED and 1-2 years of material handling, forklift or warehouse experience.


• Ability to operate a forklift, rider reach truck, stock picker or hand truck. Must pass forklift training and maintain forklift certification.


• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Software and/or Integrated Logistics Solutions a plus.


• Must be able to keep fast paced within work environment. Able to work independently or within a team environment.


• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend documents such as training instructions, shipping tickets, procedure manuals, etc. at a fast pace.


• Requires lifting ability of up to 80 pounds, with frequent lifting of 40-60 pounds.


• Ability to stand and walk on a concrete surface 8 to 10 hours a day.


• Experience with RIF Scanner used to track inventory preferred.


• Basic computer knowledge. SAP knowledge a plus.