Warehouse Operator I

Role Summary

Under close supervision, the Warehouse Operator I is responsible for accurate processing of materials to support company-wide operations and for meeting the company’s standards for safety, security and productivity. Because employees in classifications at this level may be in a training capacity, such individuals do not require significant work experience in the applicable field. Shift: Monday to Friday, 1-9pm.

Responsibilities

• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies, procedures, and state, federal and local laws.
• Prepares orders for Shipping by Picking, Scanning and Packing in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs replenishment activities in a timely and efficient manner; compares product description to restocking requests form and physical location.
• Conducts cycle counts and physical inventory as required.
• Processes returns from customers; classifies back to stocks, damages and expired products.
• Prepares debit memos going back to vendors.
• Operates hand lift, must be able to be certified in power fork lift operation.
• Loads and unloads freight trucks
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Maintains tidiness and cleanliness in the warehouse.
• Flexible, willing to work overtime when necessary.

Qualifications

• Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmaceutical distribution experience and/or experience with distribution of perishable goods.
• One (1) year of Warehouse work experience.
• Specialized knowledge of warehouse plans, methods, procedures, and techniques of material handling.

Skills

• Training and coaching other warehouse personnel.
• Work as a team member; provide assistance and direction to team members, become a liaison between associates, leads and management.
• Basic mathematical computations and applications.
• Be willing to work overtime, report to work on time during normal business hours, special projects and Saturdays.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Adapt to changes and various assignments.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and promptness by using time efficiently and completing assignments on time.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmaceutical distribution experience and/or experience with distribution of perishable goods.
• One (1) year of Warehouse work experience.
• Specialized knowledge of warehouse plans, methods, procedures, and techniques of material handling.