What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate - Seasonal position at The Hilldrup Companies?
Basic Job Function
Load shipments into and out of storage. Take exceptions on inbound shipments. Keep warehouse
safe and clean. Work as a team member to take proper exceptions. Wrap and load furniture
properly in containers. Handle 80,000 - 100,000 lbs. daily in the summer. Handle 30,000 - 40,000
lbs. in the winter. Keep warehouse claims down. Operate warehouse safely and efficiently.
Position Scope
Daily contact with van operators, operations personnel, local service providers and
Customer service personnel. Frequent contact with customers and vendor’s representatives.
Warehouse associates primarily work at one branch location, assisting with inventorying,
loading/unloading and re-positioning clients’ stored merchandise. Warehouse associates may be
asked to assist with moves on very short notice, depending on the day’s volume of work. In addition,
move and warehouse associates commit to exceptional quality by safeguarding customers’
possessions and making sure they are kept, transported and received in the same condition that we
received them.
Warehouse associates will receive top-notch training, focusing on exceptional customer service
delivery and the mechanics of ensuring a safe, effective and efficient move.
Minimum Job Qualifications Required
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
- Experience: Six months to one year HHG and warehouse experience.
- Professional and trustworthy;
- Dependability and punctuality;
- Ability to deliver exceptional customer service;
- Strong communication skills;
- Great attention to detail;
- Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time;
- Willingness to work hours beyond normal daily work schedules and on Saturdays, when
necessary.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment;
- Previous moving and storage or delivery experience a plus.
Significant Responsibilities and Essential Functions
1. Takes exceptions on inbound shipments.
2. Loads storage containers.
3. Maintains neat, accurate paperwork.
4. Must be able to lift and carry 50-100 lbs up and up to 400 lbs. in a team carry.
5. Required to lift and carry furniture four to eight hours daily.
6. Keeps assigned warehouse safe and clean.
7. Keeps facility and grounds clean.
8. Runs sweeper in and around assigned area.
Incumbents will be expected to embrace and champion Hilldrup’s organizational
competencies/values:
- Empowered Accountability
- Purposeful Agility
- Fearless Communication
- Uncompromised Integrity
- Infectious Positivity
- Unwavering Commitment
Hilldrup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and
will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Hilldrup requires all prospective new hires to successfully complete a pre-employment background and drug test prior
to employment.
