Warehouse Specialist (PBO)

Location : Newport News, Virginia (JBLE)

Type : Non-Exempt

Work Schedule : Full-time, Day shift

Compensation : $21.42 / hr

Benefits : Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Warehouse Specialist at Skookum include :

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $4.57 / hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Account for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full time employees

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities.

We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Skookum is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Specialist with a positive attitude.

Requirements :

• Moves inventory into and out of the warehouse, as needed. Moves inventory between locations within warehouse. Ensure all equipment is stored and stacked in a safe manner.
• Ensure daily maintenance is performed on all forklifts and vehicles.
• Operate vehicle in support of all IPBO functions.
• Operate vehicle in accordance with all applicable civilian and government regulations.
• Issue and receive turn ins of ceremonial flags.
• Receive turn ins from supported customers.
• Issue equipment to supported customers.
• Process turn ins to Supply Support Activity (SSA)
• Locate items within the IPBO warehouse.
• Responsible for relocating and removing materials without damage and in a safe manner.
• Responsible for loading and unloading trucks utilizing the forklift or pallet jack.
• Responsible for transporting materials from their point of origin to their destination as specified in each work order and issued in a timely manner.
• Operators are proficient with the operation of material handling equipment in and around the Fort Eustis, SSA.
• Operators shall be qualified to operate a 2K forklift through a 6K forklift.

Qualifications :

• Working knowledge of a Central Issue Facility is preferred.
• Must have a basic working knowledge of storage requirements as described in TM 743-200 Series.
• Must be physically capable of transporting, storing, issuing, and receipting for materials and merchandise. Excellent customer service skills required.
• Must be able to work effectively as a team.

Physical Requirements :

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance.

The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 70 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements :

• Valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance carrier.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

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Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities.

We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women / Minority / Veteran / Disabled -

Last updated : 2024-04-22