General Functions and Scope

**Rubber Industry Experience Preferred**

The Warehouse Material Handler for R.D. Abbott Company, Inc., (RDA) will primarily be responsible for safety, pick/pack, shipping, receiving, and inventory controls using, facility management and any other duties related to material handling.

*Candidates must have basic computer skills and data entry*

Essential Functional Areas of Responsibilities

Empties trash bins in warehouse, as necessary

Puts away any stray pallets

Ensures aisles are kept clear

Ensures exits are not blocked and ramps are clear

Pulls will-call orders for customers

Pulls product for work orders and loads, as necessary

Pick and pack orders

Ensures nothing in warehouse is out of place

Unloads trucks, as necessary

Helps drivers, as needed

Locates inventory on shelf and updates inventory

Receives product in the system

Ships product in the system

Sweeps warehouse

Cleans forklifts

Cleans parking lot(s)

Maintains equipment, performs regular maintenance, and properly documents maintenance records

Keeps registration and insurance current on equipment

Verifies that trucks and equipment meet all necessary federal and state regulations

Maintains a clean and safe environment in the warehouse and on the vehicles

Shipping

Pulls work order acknowledgements

Prepares all necessary documentation for shipments

Pulls product for shipment

Loads trucks

Receiving

Verifies receiving procedures are followed

Maintains a receiver file

Receives all product into the system by the end of each business day

Administers the Consignment Inventory and Outside Warehousing (OPWH09) procedure

Inventory Control

Maintains accurate inventory

Prepares and maintains consignment inventory reports

Regularly evaluates minimum/maximum levels

Communicates any inventory concerns to Purchasing

Keeps accurate inventory location records

Performs cycle counts, as necessary

Any other duties assigned by supervisor

Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Customer service experience

Needs to have some experience with warehouse technologies

Data entry experience

Forklift certified, or ability to be certified

Hazmat trained, or ability to be trained

Experience shipping UPS ground and FED EX ground

Experience with UPS Global ship software and FED EX Ship Manager software

Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis and lift and/or move up to 75 pounds occasionally

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to write routine correspondence

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure—using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent; and to interpret graphs

Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed written, or oral instructions

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Ability to use database, Internet, spreadsheet, and word processing software

Core Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical – Collects and researches data

Problem solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner

Continuous learner – Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills

Customer service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments

Interpersonal skills – Maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things

Oral communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.

Written communication – Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed

Quality – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality

Business acumen – Understands business implications of decisions

Diversity – shows respect and sensitivity for individuals’ differences

Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values

Organizational support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities

Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions

Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives; organizes schedule and tasks

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Efficiency – Completes work in timely manner; works quickly
Safety and security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment

Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives to meetings and appointments on time

Dependability – Follows instructions; responds to management direction; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time, or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan

Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self–development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for help and offers help when needed

Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use fingers; walk; sit; stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, crouch, kneel, or crawl

This employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to a moderate noise level

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and feet to move levers and press pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to see where to position forks, lifting platform over, under or around loaded pallets, skids, and boxes in order to transport the load to the designated area

Personal Protective Equipment may be required to perform some duties. If necessary, employee will be thoroughly trained on-site; and tested and fitted for appropriate equipment by medical professional

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Data entry: 2 years (Required)
• FedEx Ship Manager: 1 year (Required)
• Rubber Industry: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person