What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate - Richland, WA position at Merit Logistics LLC?
Why You Should Become a Member of the Merit Team:
Paid Training for all equipment with full pay.
A career which offers Upward Mobility and Opportunity for Growth.
Benefits offered including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance after 60 days.
Associate Recognition for Safety, Attendance, and Great Performance.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Other job duties may be assigned)
Associate handles the unloading and breaking down of freight at an adequate pace
An associate might be trained to operate forklift/electric pallet jack
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 75 pounds, frequently lift and move 30 to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Qualifications
Warehouse experience a plus.
Ability to move up to 30-75 pounds continuously
The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Warehouse Experience a plus, but not necessary
The ability to work in a physically demanding warehouse environment – continuously lifting and moving up to 75lbs
The ability to meet fast-paced productivity goals and standards
The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
The ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, without advanced notice
Reliable transportation to and from work
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED
Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Communication - Ability to read, write and understand English.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.
Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.
Prior experience operating a forklift and pallet jack a plus, but not required. Will train and certify associates holding positions requiring the use of such equipment.