Warehouse Tech

Omaha Tribe of Nebraska; Macy (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

N/A is seeking a Warehouse Tech responsible for receiving roles for USDA Commodity foods and inventory control. The role involves using pallet jacks and forklifts to unload products from trailers and ensure accurate counts of inventory.

The position requires manual handling of items, quality checks, and the preparation of products for distribution to participants. It also includes assisting with order issuance, loading, and monthly reporting while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1-5 years of office-related experience preferred.
• Forklift experience or training certification preferred (certification provided).

Responsibilities

• Manually counts all inventory received.
• Stack and palletize food.
• Track monthly inventory reports (Damaged/Temperature Chart).
• Inspects food for quality and records damaged product.
• Pre-weights and bags fresh produce before distribution.
• Assist with issuing participant orders in SYGNAL system as needed.
• Assist participants with carrying and loading food orders in vehicles.
• Assist with delivering monthly food orders to participants.
• Answer calls, take messages and forward to the appropriate person.
• Treat participants respectfully and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Basic reading

Math

Typing

Computer skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Office-related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

SUMMARY

The Warehouse Tech will be responsible for receiving roles for USDA Commodity foods and inventory control. Will use heavy machinery, like pallet jacks and forklifts, to unload USDA Commodity foods from trailers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following:

• Manually counts all inventory received.
• Stack and palletize food
• Track food orders/document work for all USDA required monthly inventory (Damaged/Temperature Chart) reports.
• Inspects food for quality. Maintains damaged product count on the appropriate form daily.
• Pre-weight and bag all fresh produce items before distribution to participants.
• Assist with issuing participant orders in SYGNAL system as needed.
• Assist participants with carrying and loading food orders in vehicles.
• Assist with delivering monthly food orders to participants.
• Assist with answering incoming calls, take messages and forward to the appropriate person.
• Treat participants in a respectful and non-judgmental manner.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all participant services.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1-5 years of office related experience is preferred
• Previous forklift experience or training certification preferred. Certification will be provided.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.)
• Physical activities include bending, stooping, reaching, walking, kneeling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS

• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR ABILITIES

• Basic reading, math, typing and computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook, Windows and Ability to follow all safety rules. Wear appropriate foot protection and clothing suitable to warehouse conditions.
• Communication skills (must be able to understand all written and verbal work orders and instructions)
• Organizational skills (must be able to keep track of inventory and keep work area clean)
• Reliability and dependability (must work all hours and arrive on time)
• Work history should demonstrate safety, efficiency, flexibility, and willingness to learn

PLEASE NOTE: P.L. 93-638, Indian Preference and Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance, (TERO), will be practiced, however all qualified applicants will be considered.