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.