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Warehouse Associate

  • Broomall, PA
General Summary of Position
The Warehouse Associate will primarily be responsible for maintaining organized and efficient inventory storage.  Handle incoming and outgoing shipments for the warehouse; store and distribute materials within the warehouse, assist coworkers with handling inventory and operate warehouse equipment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 
  • Pack items appropriately to avoid damage, including building/stacking pallets.
  • Verify outgoing shipment to ensure correct shipment of orders.
  • Operate forklift, pallet jack or hand truck to move items.
  • Maintain equipment is in good working order.
  • Label and store incoming material.
  • Maintain clean and organized inventory shelves and racks.
  • Assist machine operators with handling raw material.
  • Basic housekeeping of discarding packing materials and pallets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility 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.

 
  • Must have strong attention to detail and organization.
  • Detail-oriented including experience with both manual and electronic recordkeeping systems.
  • Able to communicate, write and read English.
  • Ability to take and follow directions.
  • Basic math and reading skills required.
  • Previous forklift certification preferred.

KEY COMPETENCIES:
 
  • Ability to show initiative & confidence in actions on the job and take responsibility for personal actions.
  • Ability to be self-motivated to grow personally and professionally through on-going training / education as a result of the demands of the position.
  • Ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives.
  • Ability to proactively identify and solve problems before they become significant issues.
  • Ability to use clear and concise written communication in the execution of this position to effectively transmit information to DGS team members.