Logistics Associate

Most Logistics employees start at the level of “Associate,” based on hiring practices,though other starting titles are achievable, based on internal business requirements. Associates have the ability to work their way ‘up through the ranks’ via exceptional performance and by meeting outside education requirements (University/College, Certification, etc.). As with any business, our client's employees must maintain great efforts in order to achieve advancements through merit; improved titles and ‘pay grades’ are not given based on length of employment.

**Job Description: **The Logistics Associate may be responsible for coordination of inbound and outbound material, receipt processing, warehousing, filling customer orders, picking and distributing production material, and packaging and shipping material.

Essential Functions:

Receiving/Putaway:

1. Stocking material in accordance with department stocking guidelines
2. Receipt processing including verifying receipts against packing slip and routing / stocking receipted material
3. Data entry of transactions
4. Daily organization and cleaning of warehouse areas

Inventory Control/Re-warehousing:

1. Assigning, maintaining, and updating warehouse locations
2. Data entry of transactions
3. Daily organization and cleaning of warehouse areas
4. Daily inventory cycle counts and reconciliation of inventory variances

Production Pick:

1. Pick and package material for internal requirements per orders

2. Prepare material, robots, and controllers for shipment

3. Daily organization and cleaning of warehouse areas

4. Receipt processing including verifying receipts against packing slip and routing receipted material

Replenishment Order (RPL) Window/Tool Crib:

1. Pick and package material for internal & external requirements per orders

2. Receipt processing including verifying receipts against packing slip and routing / stocking receipted material

3. Data entry of transactions

4. Daily organization and cleaning of warehouse areas

Distribution:

1. Pick and package material for internal & external requirements per orders

2. Receipt processing including verifying receipts against packing slip and routing receipted material

3. Prepare material, robots, and controllers for shipment

4. Data entry of transactions

5. Daily organization and cleaning of warehouse areas

Dock Support:

1. Package material for internal & external requirements per orders

2. Assigning, maintaining, and updating warehouse locations for robots / robodrills

3. Prepare material, robots, and controllers for shipment

4. Data entry of transactions

5. Daily organization and cleaning of warehouse areas

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

1. Operate equipment: Fork Lift Truck, Manlift, Reach Truck, Sky Jack, Pallet Jack, & Stock Chasers
2. Filing of departmental records
3. Reorganize and reconfigure warehouse areas as required
4. Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

1. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
2. Solid communication skills
3. Detail oriented
4. PC skills preferred including ability to use scan gun / equipment
5. Enthusiastic and self-motivated
6. Strong interpersonal skills

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

1. Minimum high school diploma or GED
2. Associate Degree in Logistics, Supply-Chain Management, Engineering, or Business-related degree program preferred or equivalent experience
3. Experience in Logistics & Warehousing preferred
4. Forklift, man lift, reach truck, electric pallet walker, and/or overhead crane helpful

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND DEXTERITY:

1. Must have ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb a ladder, drive a fork truck, operate overhead crane, load and unload trucks

VISUAL ACUITY, HEARING, SPEAKING:

1. Good visual acuity, hearing, and speaking is required

ENVIRONMENT AND SCHEDULING:

1. Fast-paced environment, many demands, must be able to prioritize workload to best

compliment company goals and meet internal metric demands (LPH)

1. Schedule flexibility to work overtime, including weekend and/or multiple shift coverage, as business needs require

CORE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

The following training is required to enable job holders to perform the essential functions of the job:

1. Employee Orientation
2. Electronic Mail and PC Skills
3. Safety Training
4. Hazard Communications
5. New Hire Quality / ESP Training

You should be proficient in:

• Shipping/Receiving
• Warehouse Experience
• Material Handler Experience
• Distribution Experience
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Inventory Management & Control
• Reach Truck