Warehouse Associate Job at Activar, Inc. in Forest Lake

Overview

Position: Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator / Order Picker - 1st Shift (Full-time)

This position is responsible for providing timely and high-quality shipping services, and for providing controlled distribution and inventory of finished products. Duties may include picking/packaging/shipping products manually, inspecting incoming orders for damage and accuracy, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse. This position may also serve as the back-up for the production area as needed.

Principal Accountabilities

Order Fulfillment (Shipping Outbound)

• Ensure products ready for shipment are processed in a timely and quality manner; coordinate with customers as required.
• Pick, inspect, pack, weigh and prepare shipping documents to ship all orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely delivery to customers.
• Label or re-label products, as necessary.
• Enter parcel shipment details into UPS/FedEx software.
• Prepare export documents for occasional international shipments (UPS/FedEx/DHL).
• Collaborate with our 3rd party logistics company to select appropriate carrier and prepare bill of lading for LTL shipments.
• Post shipments in the ERP system.
• Affix packing slip, material certification(s), and other necessary labels on to the packages.
• Greet and hand packages to carriers or load skids onto trucks.
• Contact carriers and investigate late pick-ups or shipment delays.
• Record all tracking numbers and pro numbers in the ERP system.
• File claims with carriers for lost or damaged shipments.
• Report any safety, equipment, tooling, or quality issues to supervisor/lead/manager.

Order Fulfillment (Receiving Inbound)

• Inspect incoming deliveries for damage or missing items; report issues to the delivery driver and supervisor. Take pictures to document.
• Count/weigh incoming orders for accurate receiving.
• Put away goods in a timely and organized manner.

Warehouse Operative

• Conduct regular cycle counts of raw material and finished goods inventory.
• Count selected inventory items during annual year-end inventory audit with 3rd party auditing firm.
• Verify counts on inspected products to ensure accurate receiving into the ERP system.
• Problem-solve to address all inventory discrepancies; collaborate with other teams to resolve issues.
• Rotate inventory using FIFO method; consolidate and organize inventory daily.
• Monitor shipping supply usage and initiate purchase requisitions to maintain stock.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, optimizing storage space and layout.
• Perform and maintain weekly forklift safety inspections; liaise with forklift vendor for annual preventive maintenance.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment; adhere to company standards and policies.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to read a caliper and tape measure.
• Ability to operate machines including barcode readers, computer terminals, forklift, and other electronics.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and the ability to learn ERP systems.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills; ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Understanding of tools, gauges, and instruments used in the role; basic arithmetic skills (add/subtract/multiply/divide, decimals, percentages, fractions, ratios).
• Strong work ethic.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous warehouse, logistics, or inventory experience in a production environment.

Preferred

• Experience with pallet jacks and forklifts; training provided if needed.

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. The employee may be required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods; frequently reach with hands and arms; regularly lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds; and work with hazardous materials, hot surfaces, electrical hazards, or moving machinery. Occasional outdoor exposure is possible.

Benefits Include

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Community involvement time off
• Dental insurance
• Earned time off
• Employee assistance program
• Family and medical leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance and health savings account
• Holiday pay
• Life insurance / accidental death and dismemberment
• Military leave
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Vision insurance
• PPE reimbursement
• Weekly pay

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Building Materials