| Location | Roselle, IL |
| Salary | $18.95 Per Hour |
Position Summary |
The Warehouse Associate – Small Parcel & Packaging Area performs tasks to ensure accurate and timely transactions by following department processes and procedures to safely operate equipment while handling material (i.e., loading and unloading of material) within a warehouse or storage facility, ensuring compliance within the facility as it relates to quality, productivity, safety, and security.
Position Responsibilities - Essential |
Perform material handling duties using RF Scanners and pick tickets to correctly pick and load orders
Utilize hand trucks, forklifts, pallet jack, hoists, conveyors, or handling equipment to move material to and from delivery transportation vehicles and within warehouse or storage facility
Ensure duties are performed per documented work instructions to ensure customer requirements are met
Identify potential hazards in the workplace and take action to eliminate/minimize risks to include communicating to management any product availability issues
Promote safety awareness and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or unsafe equipment within the facility
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment while ensuring housekeeping duties are completed as required
Use proper and appropriate forklift practices to safely, accurately, and efficiently unload material from trailers
Inspect pallets for proper packaging, stacking, and labeling according to specifications; removing trash, damaged pallets and cardboard from the production areas as needed
Transition with flexibility in the daily work schedule and areas as needed
Work with other warehouse employees to ensure positive employee relations within the team
Provide input to the Warehouse Coordinator and the Sr. Supervisor to develop and implement operational procedures
Perform daily forklift inspections per required criteria
Maintain functional knowledge of BOLs and receiving processes
Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
Maintain On-time shipping accuracy, quality shipping accuracy and Inventory accuracy = 99.75%
Ensure all safety procedures, practices, and regulations are followed before, during, and after the process to foster a positive safety culture by having a safety-first mindset and approach during execution of activities
Based on the nature of the essential functions associated with this role, GreenWood has designated this as a “safety-sensitive” position.
Position Responsibilities - Non-Essential/Other |
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Essential Skills and Experience |
High School Diploma, GED, or applicable work experience
Ability to communicate in English
Strong work ethic with proven ability to support a positive team environment
Ability to complete necessary training and follow safety policies, procedures and processes
Minimum 6 months experience using material handling equipment and driving a forklift
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in material handling field
Ability to read and communicate in English and perform basic math functions
Demonstrated ability to perform repetitive tasks with focus on instructions and safety
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to prioritize with an emphasis on quality of work and sense of urgency
Ability to further develop computer skills such as email and reports as necessary
Ability to hold themselves accountable for their areas of responsibility and for their actions
Willingness and desire to perform responsibilities accurately and efficiently with a high level of customer service
Ability to be available to work overtime and alternate shifts based on customer’s needs
Ability to work well with all levels of the organization in various areas of responsibility
Ability to successfully obtain a forklift certification (both written and practical tests)
Ability and willingness to cross train in other areas for back up coverage as needed
Experience demonstrating successful support of a positive safety culture
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation(s)
Beneficial Skills and Experience |
Prior experience in a warehouse or production environment in a material handling role
Greater than one year experience in a material handling role
Extensive knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in material handling field
We are a customer-focused, integrated maintenance company operating projects throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. If you are seeking employment with a dedicated industry leader, and committed to safely improving and perfecting our industry, you may be a candidate for GreenWood. We look for skilled, experienced, and qualified professionals in maintenance, construction and plant services. GreenWood offers unique opportunities in professional development and growth featuring an outstanding benefits plan and training program.
If you feel your values align with the culture at GreenWood, Inc., and you can provide a long-standing track record of safety, skills, dependability, and accountability, we invite you to peruse our Job Postings to determine if there is an opportunity that interests you. Applicants must be willing to abide by our Zero Incident philosophy in order to work at GreenWood, Inc.