Job Description
Job Description
Summary / objective
Responsible for managing incoming deliveries to a warehouse by verifying and signing for shipments, unloading, and storing the received items, and processing any returns.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Unload and unpack shipments of products
- Inspect shipments for damage and correct quantities
- Report damages or shortages to the appropriate person
- Match shipments to their associated purchase orders and enter receiving data on paperwork
- Record receiving data in the company databases
- Prepare and organize received stock for inventory
- Return damaged products to senders
- Monitor inventory levels
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Assisting with the training of new employees
Competencies
Client Service - Responds to the clients and anticipates their needsConflict Resolution - Works to resolve differences and maintain work relationshipsDecision Making - Makes decisions and takes responsibility for themEthics - Fosters a diverse and respectful workplaceEven Temperament - Controls emotions without retaliating against negative behaviorExcellent Communication - Uses language effectively to gather information and facilitate an exchange of ideasFlexibility - Adapts to changes while remaining focused on goals, applies knowledge to new circumstancesInitiative - Remains proactive when suggesting improvements and solving problemsInterpersonal Relations - Exhibits respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationshipsPersuasive Communication - Displays verbal and written communication that influences othersProblem Solving - Solves problems while ensuring rules and directives are followedSupervisory responsibilities : None
Work environment : Working in a warehouse subject to varying temperatures, including heat and cold
Physical demands : Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
Travel required : None
Required education and experience :
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalentPositive attitude, detail, and customer-oriented, with good multitasking and organizational abilityExcellent Communication skills, both verbal and in writingBasic math and organization skillsDetail-oriented mindset, data entry, and computer skillsAbility to work on the feet for long hoursUnderstanding of safety protocols and requirementsExperience shipping, receiving, or selling related productsPreferred education and experience :
Forklift certification is beneficial for unloading large shipments