Job Description
WebstaurantStore is the nation’s leading online distributor for restaurant equipment, supplies, and knowledge. We pride ourselves in our growing inventory of ,+ products in over 6 million sq ft of warehouse space across the country.
We are innovators, fast learners, and experts in our fields, who also want work to be fun.
Due to our rapid growth, we have been adding new locations across the United States and are seeking candidates to join our growing team.
We place a strong focus on safety, on professional development and growth and look for leadership potential in each hire.
Do you have what it takes? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for excellence, and the desire to do the right thing?
If you are up for the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment, can embrace change, be a team player, and have the desire to make a difference, then this is the career for you!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Inbound Material Handler is responsible for receiving warehouse stock safely through the use of equipment to ensure that customer orders are fulfilled in a timely and accurate manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Receive and stock inventory to fulfill orders as they are processed to ensure a high level of speed and accuracy
- Safely operate and maintain warehouse equipment including forklifts to complete job duties
- Maintain a clean work area that is safe and organized
- Communicate with Receiving Manager to identify any operational issues or concerns in a timely manner
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a distribution environment; receiving and / or inventory experience preferred
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, order pickers, etc.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
- Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Business Proficiency in English is required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work is performed while standing and / or walking, up to and including hours / day
- Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
- Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
- Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching
- Requires the ability to regularly lift / carry -lbs. and push / pull up to lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.