Warehouse Associate

Radiant Global Logistics

Department: Warehouse

Reports to: Operations Manager

Rate: Hourly - Depends on Experience

A.OBJECTIVE

The primary role of the Warehouse Agent is to handle the shipping and receiving of all freight and materials in the terminal safely, accurately and in a timely manner.

B.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight from trucks using motorized and manual equipment.
• Verify goods received according to packing slips by referring to shipping documents.
• Inspect goods received for visible defects / damages and signoff accordingly.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following waste management guidelines.
• Maintain a safe working environment by following corporate policies regarding security and safety.
• Ensure equipment is in proper working condition. Advise if there are any concerns.
• Other duties and assignments as required.
• Meet all Company Policies & Procedures

C.GENERAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Work with office to make sure all shipments meet due dates.
• Maintain general maintenance of facility and equipment.
• Daily Dock checks must be done and given to management.
• Reweight and dims.
• Comply with all TSA rules and regulations
• Ensure all paperwork for shipments received on dock is turned over to office, once receiving process is completed.
• Secure dock facility so no unidentifiable guess walk freely in warehouse, unless escorted.
• Manage the loading of EUV vehicles so to properly meet loading requirements and insure they are sealed when finished.

D. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education and Industry Knowledge

• Minimum 1 year experience working in a warehouse.
• High School diploma is an asset.
• Sit down Counterbalance Forklift Operating License (from certified trainer).
• DG Awareness

Skills Requirements

• Effective communication skills in English – read, write, listen and speak.
• Team cooperation and respect is required.
• Work well under pressure in a time sensitive environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word) is an asset.
• Basic computer skills in Excel (i.e. data entry, formatting) is an asset.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Work Schedule
• Non-exempt position.
• Regular overtime required
• Consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• Standing for extended periods of time
• Regular moderate lifting (25 – 50 lbs.)
• Warehouse environment subject to heat and cold.
• Repetitive motions

E.COMMUNICATION

Following are the key contacts the position deals with on a regular and recurring basis inside and outside:

Inside:

• Operations – Obtain daily manifests. Update tally sheet.
• Customer Service – Provide / obtain live information for load audit, dock checks.

Outside:

• Truck Drivers – Provide loading and offloading information.