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Warehouseman 1

Sherwood Lumber

Palmer, MA

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SKILLS
Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Forklift, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Material Moving, Mathematics, Operations Management, Order Picking/Packing, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, System Operations, Team Player, Time Management, Time Tracking, Warehousing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Palmer, MA
POSTED
6 days ago
JOB TITLE: Warehouseman 1 EMPLOYER: Sherwood Lumber Corporation DEPARTMENT: Operations REPORTS TO: Operations Supervisor EFFECTIVE DATE: 1/1/2025 SUMMARY: This position is responsible for operating forklift and maintaining production and distribution of product by receiving and/or pulling product from inventory stored within the warehouse; staging/loading finished goods for shipment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Material Transport & Handling: Operate forklifts and other designated vehicles to move incoming and outgoing materials to specified locations within the warehouse. Ensure materials are delivered to designated staging areas efficiently and without delay. Order Preparation & Fulfillment: Accurately process and fulfill orders by retrieving materials from inventory, packaging items, and ensuring they are staged correctly for shipment. Perform banding and wrapping as necessary to ensure product integrity during transit. Inventory Management: Sort, label, and tag materials for easy identification. Place materials in storage locations, adhering to operational and organizational standards, ensuring all items are correctly inventoried and accessible. Quality Control: Conduct inspections on incoming and outgoing products, verifying that all materials meet quality standards before shipment. Shipping & Logistics Support: Prepare parcels and UPS shipments for dispatch, ensuring all required documentation and packaging is in compliance with company standards. Safety Compliance: Maintain full compliance with all safety guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to ensure a safe working environment. Worksite Maintenance: Ensure the warehouse, including aisles and staging areas, is organized and free of hazards. Perform regular cleaning duties, including sweeping, dusting, and mopping as required to maintain a safe and orderly environment. Equipment Maintenance: Perform pre-trip inspections and basic maintenance on warehouse equipment (including forklifts) to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety protocols. Operational Efficiency: Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner, prioritizing tasks to meet customer delivery expectations and ensuring minimal disruption to workflow. Performs other related duties as assigned by management. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School Diploma or GED. Relevant experience (6 months to 1 year) or a combination of education and work experience is preferred. Certifications: Forklift Certification (provided by employer upon hire). Skills: Proficient in the use of forklifts and other warehouse machinery. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Basic math skills for inventory control and order preparation. Ability to read and interpret a tape measure. Ability to operate computer systems for time tracking and communication. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and follow directions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Physical Demands: The role requires frequent standing, walking, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, and crawling are necessary for some tasks. Environmental Conditions: The work environment may be subject to extreme heat, cold, and humidity, with elevated noise levels. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required to mitigate environmental risks. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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