Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Associate

Department: Logistics

Reporting to: Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Position: Full Time / Non-Exempt

Location: Columbia Falls, MT

Wage Associate I: $18.00-$20.00/Hour (has minimal experience)

Associate II: $20.00-$23.00/Hour (offers experienced in forklift, manufacture, etc…)

SmartLam North America has added 4 new roles to Columbia Falls' top-notch Shipping and Receiving team. We are seeking individuals of good strength, using proper ergonomics mechanics, hard-working, quality performers, detail oriented and positive culture driven. We need individuals that apply themselves to high standards and can move products safely, without damaging products, and a mind to succeed within a team.

Description:

The Shipping and Receiving Associate will accept and process inbound shipments. Verify delivered items, unload trucks, ensure items are stored correctly, and process returns. Loads outbound trucks to instruction specification and securely to prevent shifting or damage in transit. Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials. Ultimately, should be able to ensure efficient shipping and receiving processes and promptly resolve any problems or discrepancies. Contributes to building a positive team spirit and supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Loading outbound trucks and unloading inbound trucks.
• As shipments of new lumber come into the yard, team members unload trucks, organizes and storing received items in appropriate areas.
• Inspecting deliveries to ensure they match order and invoice criteria.
• Inspects all incoming products for damage.
• Processing returns for incorrect or unsatisfactory items.
• Receives loading instructions, then loads trucks and verifies the accuracy of lumber materials to be delivered. Providing safe and timely loading.
• Responsible for maintaining professional attitude, good conduct, and appearance.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner by working with team members and/or managers to resolve challenges.
• Operating material handling equipment, forklift, etc...
• Perform routine inspections on equipment, tools, and machine, and notify maintenance team and supervisor when maintenance is needed.
• Oversees the maintenance and cleanliness of the yard, ensuring that stacks of wood stay neat and that the yard has a clean appearance.
• Work towards having product knowledge to answer questions accurately.
• Must adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Communicate and coordinate with managers, supervisors, maintenance, and peers.
• Know and follow safety requirements for safe operation of all forklifts onsite.
• Safely move products around the warehouse or facility to support production flow.
• Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
• Handles and completes paperwork as required, including bill of ladings (BOLs) and material consumption sheets.
• Loads and unloads flatbed and box vans as needed.
• Using proper ergonomics to perform general physical activities to stack lumber, lift lumber, mounting and dismounting of forklifts/CombiLifts.
• Because of the physical nature of the job, the associate must be physically fit and able to lift or move heavy loads.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Abilities:

• Ability to priorities and workflow.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Required to work outside in all Montana weather conditions – SmartLam provides rain and cold weather gear.
• Forklift certified preferred, but willing to train.
• A valid driver's license, and good driving record.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Familiarity with shipping/receiving practices and handling methods.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Good understanding of warehouse safety regulations
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Reliable individual with an excellent time and attendance record.
• High school diploma/GED.

To be successful in this position, the duties and responsibilities must be performed on-site, remote work is not available.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regularly lift and/or move unaided up to 60 pounds and exert force of up to 100 pounds to lift or move objects with the aid of a manual lifting device. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

SmartLam North America is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and training. We seek to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws related to discrimination and will not tolerate interference with the ability of any of the Company’s employees to perform their job duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Forklift: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person