Job Description
Job Description - Inventory Control Material Handler I
The following requirements (in the boxes below) are to be used as a job description for hiring purposes;
General Requirements
· High School Diploma or equivalent GED
· Able to communicate in English, verbally and in writing
· Minimum 1 years of related work experience
· Able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs constantly to move objects.
· Able to operate desktop and portable computers, including access and search through electronic databases
· Able to walk, sit, crouch, crawl, bend, reach, stretch and especially stand for long periods of time in a warehouse environment.
Job Specific Requirements
· Demonstrates an level understanding of the warehouse process and the material handler’s impact on company business
· Demonstrates attention to detail and the ability to recognize non-conformances between observed product, P/N’s, packaging, etc.
· Able to apply sound logic and reasoning when determining how to proceed with non-conformances, exceptions, etc.
§ Performs Research to resolve discrepancies affecting inventory accuracy.
§ Place product in racks according to standards (product put-away).
§ Must confer with Manager or Lead to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, or non-conformance to specifications.
§ Assist in accomplishing physical inventories and daily cycle counts as needed.
§ Maintain the warehouse in a clean and organized manner.
§ Performs additional duties and projects as assigned.
Additional Working Conditions
· Position constantly requires workers to be operating, and / or in close proximity to, moving vehicles.
· Position may be subject to working in high places while operating equipment.
· Able to operate material handling equipment efficiently and safely.
· Able to work in non-climate controlled environment (hot or cold).
· Able to operate equipment safely such as: forklift, picker, and pallet jack.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Including, but not limited to the following:
§ Ability to train and effectively transfer knowledge to colleagues and new hires.
§ Has in-depth knowledge & access in 4-D/WMS System (i.e. analysis
§ window) to effectively carryout daily responsibilities using Handheld Scanners.
§ Assists on all final counts (to include all product discrepancies)
§ Has in-depth up to date knowledge of all inventory (i.e. packaging,
§ U of M’s, domestic/international product, product bases, etc.) to effectively carryout daily responsibilities
§ Assists on vendor/customer inquiries (i.e. cycle-counts, U of M, etc.)
§ Assists in consolidation & maintenance of all inventory placement
§ Interfaces with the freight drivers to effectively carryout daily responsibilities
§ Inspection of freight and signing Bill of Lading to effectively carryout daily responsibilities.
The following competencies are to be used in support of employee evaluations
Job Specific Competencies
· Working knowledge of product lines, customers and vendors
· Working knowledge of company warehousing, receiving and shipping procedures
· Working knowledge of inventory including packaging, U of M’s, domestic/international product, product bases (ti/hi)
· Ability to safely operate and maintain warehouse equipment
· Ability to navigate the WMS and 4D system and execute functions within using handheld Scanners or On-board Computer.
· Ability to recognize discrepancies and take appropriate corrective action
· Working knowledge of standard shipping documents including Bill of Lading, Packing List, etc.
· Ability to transfer knowledge to colleagues and new hires
· Ability to handle complex and/or sensitive issues with little or no direction
· Demonstrates leadership skills and provides guidance to junior staff
Company Specific Competencies
· Demonstrates cooperation and gains respect and trust of co-workers
· Takes initiative for continuous improvement by actively seeking out new responsibilities and demonstrates a willingness to learn other areas of the business
· Demonstrates flexibility, time management and the ability to adjust work plans to meet changing company needs
· Demonstrates the ability to take direction, accept guidance and receive criticism willingly
· Demonstrates the ability to follow through on specified assignments independently
· Meets company standards of attendance and punctuality
· Participates in and contributes to team effectiveness
· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers
· Demonstrates the ability to apply critical thinking and problem solving skills
· Understands company culture, strategic vision and impact of their role on company success
· Listens actively and expresses thoughts clearly, accurately and concisely