Warehouse Associate - MJS Packaging : Job Details

The Warehouse Associate II is responsible for receiving deliveries into the facility, maintaining inventory, picking & packing customer orders and loading outbound shipments in a timely manner. To accomplish these tasks, employees will actively interface with RF scanners and the warehouse management system. MJS believes in delivering high quality products in a timely and efficient manner. To that end, employees will work in a fast-paced, energetic environment with a focus on continuous improvement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Offload delivery trucks and containers
• Examine inbound shipment contents and compare with packing lists to verify accuracy
• Inspect merchandise for damage, flaws, and irregularities
• Communicate with appropriate personnel on any shipments that are out of compliance
• Use RF scanner to receive products into system and put away into designated storage areas
• Utilize RF scanner to perform cycle counts as well as unplanned counts to reconcile shipping discrepancies
• Use RF scanner to pick and fulfill orders in a timely, efficient manner
• Examine outbound shipment contents and compare with pick tickets to verify accuracy
• Pack, seal, shrink wrap, or label cartons and pallets for shipping
• Accurately stage and sort orders for loading
• Load LTL and FTL shipments
• General warehouse maintenance to keep the facility clean and organized
• Adhere to state health and safety practices
• Other duties as assigned

DESIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of warehousing or material-handling experience
• Proficient reading skills and ability to follow directions
• Ability to accurately match numbers & letters
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work on a team as well as work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to professionally communicate with others
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
  • Ability to work overtime as needed is an advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Timely completion of work
• Ability to follow company policies and procedures while supporting company goals and values
• Proficiency with electronic picking and receiving devices and systems
• Certified forklift operations license

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to meet physical requirements including a variety of standing, sitting and walking throughout the day; repeated twisting at the torso while lifting and pulling inventory from shelves; other physical activities include lifting, climbing ladders; use of a pallet jack; opening and closing of dock doors; pulling of manual dock chains; and stacking cardboard boxes and pallets.

• Sits: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily
• Stands: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Walks: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Hi-Lo Drive: Continuously 5.5 - 8 hours daily
• Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Lift/Carry 10-20 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Lift/Carry 20-50 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Lift/Carry 50- over 100 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Reach Above: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Bend/Stoop: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Use Hands for Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Use Hands for Manipulations: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Stress Level of Job: Low

This position involves working indoors with exposure to both cold and heat. While performing the duties of this job, employees are frequently exposed to dust, dirt and airborne particles.