Please note this position is a 3 Month contract position, and will be located in Memphis, TN.
Please note this position requires previous distribution/warehouse experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred/required
· Previous distribution experience is required
· Previous warehouse experience is highly preferred
· Previous experience in a cold chain environment is a plus
· Basic computer and math skills are required
· Experience using RF scanners is preferred
· Experience with forklift/PIT equipment is required
· Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time
· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
· Must be able to work in ambient, cooler, and freezer environments
· Must be willing to work overtime with little or same-day notice
· Must be willing to work rotating shifts or different departments based on business needs
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
o RF Scanner
o Forklift / PIT Equipment
o Warehouse Operations
o Distribution
o Receiving
o Shipping
o Order Picking
o Packing
o Sorting
o Stacking
o Inventory
o Product Verification
o Lot Verification
o Computer Skills
o Basic Math
o Warehouse Equipment
o Cold Chain
o Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
LANGUAGES:
Fluent in written and spoken English.
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a Warehouse Associate to perform various warehouse activities to ensure the full and efficient operation of the Distribution Center, including receiving, sorting, stacking, picking, packing, and shipping orders.
Key Responsibilities:
o Use a forklift/PIT to unload, load, break down freight, receive, and stock materials.
o Use an RF scanner to pick orders and a computer to pack or audit orders.
o Verify products for the correct item/code, lot number, and quantities, and identify damages.
o Work with products stored in ambient, cooler, and freezer locations.
o Operate specialized warehouse equipment and complete daily routine inspections.
o Report any unsafe conditions.
o Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and all safety rules.
o Perform housekeeping in assigned areas and maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
o Maintain regular attendance.
o Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment is a warehouse/distribution center and may include extreme cold temperatures below -24 degrees, biological hazards including blood or blood products, moving machinery, and confined spaces. PPE is required, including gloves, safety shoes, cold-weather gear, body harness, and safety vest.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
o Medium to heavy lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
o Sitting, walking, standing, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
o Bending at the waist and neck and reaching
o Repetitive hand movements and power grasping
o Balancing and maintaining equilibrium
o Close and intermediate visual acuity for inspecting products, operating equipment, and working with computer terminals
COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION:
o Work with internal partners including Customer Service, Planning, Leadership, and North America Supply Chain.
o Work with external partners including Customers, Carriers, Freight Forwarders, and Suppliers.
SHIFT INFORMATION:
· Multiple shifts may be available based on business needs.
· Current schedules include 6:00 PM–2:30 AM, Sunday–Thursday, and 2:00 AM–10:30 AM, Monday–Friday.
· Shift rotations may be required based on business needs.
· Overtime may be required with little or same-day notice.
Candidates must provide their phone number. Job reference code is A5556.
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