Warehouse Clerk -2nd Shift

Hodge Company; Waterloo, Northern (IA, KY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Balance: Holidays off (paid)

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive pay

Safety-first culture

Ambition and growth

Friendly work environment

Job summary

HODGE is seeking a Warehouse Clerk to support safe, efficient warehouse operations. You will handle communication, inventory records, order processing, and documentation for inbound and outbound materials.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to company policies, with opportunities for growth in a family-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Attention to detail and excellent organization are essential.
• Commitment to a positive workplace and safety-first culture is expected.
• Experience in warehouse operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse management software and MS Office is a plus.
• Experience with or willingness to learn material handling equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with warehouse staff, supervisors and departments to ensure timely material movement.
• Record and maintain inventory data; assist with orders and shipping documents.
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies, damaged goods or delays.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyors as needed.
• Uphold safety policies and promote a safety-first culture.
• Demonstrate HODGE values and support company policies.
• Perform additional duties as business conditions change.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal

Attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Commitment to safety-first culture

Experience in warehouse operations

Experience with material handling eqpt

Tools

Warehouse management software

Microsoft Office Tools

Job description

As the Warehouse Clerk, you are essential to the safety, quality, and productivity of the warehouse. You will be responsible for communication and administration to support the efficient operation of our warehouse. The position will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth workflow of inbound and outbound materials.

Why HODGE
At HODGE, we truly believe success comes from treating people like family. That’s why we offer a fulfilling career that goes beyond just a paycheck. HODGE offers a wide range of perks and benefits that make it the perfect place to grow your skillset:

• Balance:We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. At HODGE, you can count on having holidays off(while still getting paid for them), allowing you to spend quality time with your family and friends.
• Great Benefits:We value our employees\' well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package. Enjoy paid time off, 401k, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, an employee assistance program, wellness program, and much more!
• Competitive Pay:We offer competitive wages. Your hard work will be recognized and rewarded!
• Safety First:At HODGE, we prioritize safety above all else. Your well-being is our top priority. We protect our work family by maintaining safety policies, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and proactive hazard identification.
• Ambition:We\'re a team of ambitious individuals who are dedicated to achieving great things together. We embrace the "Whatever It Takes" mindset, ensuring that we go the extra mile to deliver exceptional results.
• Friendly Work Environment:Join a team that feels like family! You\'ll be supported by colleagues who genuinely care about your success and well-being.

What You\'ll Do:

• Communication and Coordination: Collaborate with warehouse staff, supervisors, and other departments to facilitate the timely movement of materials. Maintain clear and effective communication channels with team members. Coordinate with suppliers, carriers, and vendors to schedule and track shipments and deliveries. Address inquiries from internal and external stakeholders professionally and promptly.
• Administrative Duties:
• Record and maintain accurate inventory data, ensuring real-time tracking and inventory control. Assist with order processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in preparing shipments. Generate and maintain documentation such as shipping labels, packing lists, and receipts. Organize and maintain paperwork, files, and records related to warehouse operations.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve issues related to inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, or delivery delays. Assist in finding solutions to improve warehouse processes and productivity.
• Material Movement and Equipment Operation: Safely operate heavy industrial equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyors, as required, to facilitate the movement of materials as required. Ensure the proper handling, storage, and loading/unloading of products to prevent damage and maintain inventory accuracy. Assist in the organization of the warehouse layout to optimize the flow of materials and enhance overall efficiency.
• Safety:Ensure a safe working environment by upholding safety protocols and promoting a safety-first culture among all employees.
• Demonstrate HODGE Values: Model HODGE core values of Family, Integrity, Ambition, Respect, and Balance. Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures. Demonstrate that success comes from treating people like family.
• Additional Duties: Perform tasks as assigned to support dynamic changes in business conditions.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, the Warehouse Clerk must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill and ability required.

Education/Experience:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
• Commitment to promoting a positive workplace and safety-first culture.
• Basic proficiency in using warehouse management software and Microsoft Office Tools.
• Experience in warehouse operations.
• Experience with or willingness to learn the use of material handling equipment a plus.

Candidates who require or anticipate requiring employment visa sponsorship at any point during their employment are not eligible for this position. This includes OPT-to-H-1B transitions.