What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Technician position at ALS Environmental?
Overview
About the Position:
The Warehouse Tech provides support in the areas of storage, retrieval and shipping of pulp and rejects samples, oversees discard activities, provides strict control of sample movements, cleaning, and safety and ensures standard operating procedures are strictly followed in the
performance of all the activities in the warehouse.
Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities
Prepare packaging for outgoing shipments of pulp samples and rejects while ensuring proper protection of same
Sorting, locating and retrieving sample pulp and rejects from the warehouse facility using forklift
Accurate data entry and inventory control of sample rejects, pulps, scan pallets and bins
Coordinate the pulp and reject storage, disposal and return to clients in a timely manner
Ensure sample records and supplies are complete and accurate
Conduct local deliveries and pick-ups as needed
Oversees maintenance of vehicle inspection logs
Conduct inventory counts as requested
Oversees the storage of supplies in the warehouse area
Provide inventory count to invoice clients for their pulp and reject storage
Provide daily productivity information as requested by manager
Creates written reports
Conducts crew talks and ensures all isles and safety zones are free of obstruction
Conducts daily racking and equipment pre-operation inspection
Liaise with clients and respond to client inquiries
Responsible for providing training to new staff
Other general shipping, receiving and supplies warehousing functions as needed
Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality
Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and thorough
Ability to work within a fast-paced, high volume environment
Intermediate understanding of computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite);
Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal and ability to read English
Ability to work within a team environment
Comfortable with writing report
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Good hand eye coordination.
Required Qualifications
Grade 12 diploma preferred
Current driver’s license with clean driving history required
Forklift license and experience operating a forklift required
Minimum two years previous warehouse and shipping & receiving experience required.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; (occasionally lifting may exceed 50lbs and assistance is mandatory from either another employee or the lift assist equipment);
Extensive walking or movement, bending, kneeling, and working with machines
Frequently wearing a dust mask
Comfortable in environments with high noise levels
Ability to sit and/or stand for a full shift
Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks
