What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate position at MSM (Northern Safety)?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Warehouse related duties including but not limited to receiving, stocking, order filling, packaging and
shipping.
• Receive, unload (via forklift, pallet jack, or by hand), and visually verify parts and condition of incoming
freight.
• Verify quantity of product going into stock using correct stocking processes. Follow correct processes for
identifying and placing overstock.
• Accurately prioritize and fill orders of various products and quantities using warehouse equipment, and
routing to appropriate processing area.
• Safely and accurately pick correct product. Verify correct product is packaged safely and in appropriate
quantities and containers. Ensure accurate labeling is in place for bags/boxes and ready for
shipping/distribution.
• Verify shipping orders match slips, utilize appropriate shipping lines and load packages.
• Communicate and rectify problems related to damages, shortages, inventory inaccuracy or specification
issues.
• Perform cycle counts.
• Maintain warehouse, supplies and equipment. Maintain facility cleanliness and organization.
• All other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• High school diploma/GED and 1-2 years of material handling, forklift or warehouse experience.
• Ability to operate a forklift, rider reach truck, stock picker or hand truck. Must pass forklift training and
maintain forklift certification.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Software and/or Integrated Logistics Solutions a plus.
• Must be able to keep fast paced within work environment. Able to work independently or within a team
environment.
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend documents such as training instructions, shipping tickets,
procedure manuals, etc. at a fast pace.
• Requires lifting ability of up to 80 pounds, with frequent lifting of 40-60 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk on a concrete surface 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Experience with RIF Scanner used to track inventory preferred
• Basic computer knowledge. SAP knowledge a plus.