What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate II position at Wagner Logistics?
Wagner Logistics, a Top 50 Third Party Logistics company is looking to hire an experienced Forklift Operator for our Clinton, IA facility ASAP. This position will work from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with some weekends as needed.
Wagner Logistics provides supply chain services that include distribution center management, warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, product assembly, and packaging for our 20 locations across 14 states totaling over 7 million square feet of warehouse space.
Our excellent benefits package includes:
- Family health, dental & vision plans
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- The company provided life insurance, STD & LTD coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid Time off
- Competitive wages
- Tuition Reimbursement
The Forklift Operator is responsible for the accurate storing, shipping, and receiving of products to meet company standards of safety, security, and productivity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Loading and unloading freight efficiently, accurately, and in a safe manner
- Stacking products in proper storage areas using the required equipment
- Rotating products according to the customer’s requirements
- Ensuring the integrity of the inventory of customers and assisting/leading physical inventories
- Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, or repacking projects as needed
- Accurately pick and assemble orders for shipment
- Safely operate material handling equipment
- Identify damaged, lost, or missing products and notify warehouse leadership immediately
- Complete daily forklift inspections for all material handling equipment
- Responsible for placing unsafe or out-of-service material handling equipment in the proper location and notifying Warehouse Leadership to request necessary repairs immediately
- Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area
- Assist in maintaining the security and safety of the warehouse by conducting daily operations with safe working practices in compliance with state, local, and federal regulations, and laws governing business operations
- Interact with warehouse management, warehouse personnel, customers, vendors, and other employees/guests in a professional manner
- Complete required records, reports, and daily paperwork
- Including other duties assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education - High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
- Experience - minimum of 2 years of experience using powered industrial trucks or similar equipment
- Knowledge/Experience/Skills:
- Must be able to read, write, and understand basic English
- Basic math, counting, and computer abilities
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrate initiative, self-starter, reliability, follow and teamwork skills
- Be able to use RF scan guns, tablets, and warehouse management system technology aptitude required. Experience with similar devices and processes preferred
- Certifications: Forklift Certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to stand, sit, squat, crawl, bend, twist, and/or kneel for up to 8-hour periods and repetitively
- Capability to navigate through narrow, confined spaces
- Work near or on top of sloping, uneven, and/or slippery surfaces
- Exposure to varying temperatures: heat, cold, wet, damp, drafty
- Possible exposure to areas with high noise levels that may require hearing protection
- Use hands and fingers to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights
- Utilize muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds
Wagner celebrated its 75th Anniversary in October 2021. We operate over 7 million square feet of warehouse space in over 20 locations across 14 states. We specialize in supply chain services such as warehousing, transportation, fulfillment, and packaging. We are growing quickly and are looking for talented people who believe in our way of doing business...Bring It!
When applying, please attach your resume to your application
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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