Warehouse Technician

Basic American Foods; Shelley (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Basic American Foods in Shelley, ID is seeking a Warehouse Associate responsible for shipping, receiving and inventory control. You will use the Warehouse Management System and RF devices to move goods accurately and safely.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to obtain forklift certification. This role requires teamwork, attention to detail and commitment to food safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or equivalent.
• 1–3 months related experience or training preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Pull orders, load customer orders, and inter-plant trailers with inventory as per instructions.
• Maintain accuracy in shipping, receiving, inventory counts, and documentation.
• Utilize Warehouse Management System (WMS) and associated hardware (RF) for operations.
• Receive products with accurate documentation.
• Operate a push/pull forklift safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with team to meet safety and performance goals.
• Support continuous improvement by applying CI concepts to daily tasks.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory accuracy

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–3 months related experience/training

Tools

WMS

Adage

Inventory software

Job description

SUMMARY

Accountable for the safe and efficient operation of warehouse duties, including shipping, receiving, and inventory management. Able to perform work accurately and with limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pull orders, load customer orders, and inter-plant trailers with inventory as per specific instructions, in a timely and efficient manner.
• Accountable for accuracy and thoroughness. Accuracy and proper records are required in all aspects of the position and not limited to: shipping, receiving, inventory counts, and personal documentation.
• Understand and apply Warehouse Management System (WMS) and applicable hardware (R.F.) functions.
• Receive product and supplies with accuracy and all necessary documentation.
• Operate a push pull forklift attachment in a safe, efficient manner.
• Actively engaging as a team member to accomplish safety and performance objectives.
• Demonstrate a daily commitment to the Continuous Improvement Process by including the concepts and actions in all work and striving to improve each work process.

Other duties may be assigned.

Must maintain the highest standards of ethics and integrity while embodying the tenets of "What We Stand For" and "The Basic Principles."

Must maintain the highest standards of data management by creating consistent, reliable data which will ensure accuracy and in turn, maximize the use of data and confidence in decision making.

All employees must follow safe work practices and proactively manage safety by ensuring compliance with all Federal and State regulations and internal Company policies. Regularly complete behavior based safety observations. Ensure unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.

All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF.

All employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety, food quality or plant security issues to management for appropriate action.

A trained designee will be appointed by management to cover for absences and vacancies.

Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

The employee in this position must have a valid driver's license and must be able to successfully complete the forklift driver certification training program. Six months of forklift experience is preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual will have working knowledge of Inventory Software (WMS) and applicable hardware; Database software; Order processing systems (Adage).

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 is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently be able to taste or smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 works around moving machinery, and occasionally works in high, precarious places.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Minimal travel to other campus locations may be required, less than 10% of the time.