Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator

Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars With distribution centers nationwide, McNICHOLS is the leading and trusted supplier of metal products including perforated, grating, mesh, expanded, and designer metals. Our products are used in applications all around you, helping to shape architectural designs, entertainment venues, and more. Family-founded and customer obsessed, we have a purpose driven team inspired to support our customers in building America. We have an exciting opportunity for a Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our team. The Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for warehouse functions including shipping, receiving, picking inventory and wrapping/crating orders according to detailed order and quality requirements. All uniforms, steel toed boots, welding gear, and safety equipment is provided in a clean, safe work environment. We also offer an excellent training program, skill based pay, and great opportunities for career growth.

Responsibilities:

Help coordinate shipping and receiving areas and maintain a high attention to safety, quality, and productivity Organize orders and material pulls to sustain an efficient workflow Safely operate forklifts, side loaders and/or cranes (where applicable) to load and unload LTL and flatbed carriers Process incoming material including receiving POs, interbranch, vendor, customer returns, and damaged freight Interact with customers, sales, logistics, and supply services regarding materials and orders; answer questions and assist with service Maintain accurate inventory control and provide quality assurance by following required procedures Handle quality issues associated with orders and shipments Properly track and release material for backorders Observe required safety procedures, maintain employee, driver and customer safety and report any safety issues Order shipping and packing supplies including skids, strapping and labels Maintain equipment by following routine preventative maintenance requirements Call carriers to arrange order pickups and coordinate outside order processing (i.e., galvanizing) Promote, implement and maintain 5S standards

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent Forklift certification; side loader and overhead crane experience a plus Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of RF Scanners Experience with UPS Worldship and Fed Ex shipping programs Experience with

ISO 9001

2008 and 5S Lean training a plus Familiar with safety procedures including OSHA, lock-out/tag-out and incident reporting Basic experience with power tools such as chop saw, banders and packaging machines Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment At McNICHOLS we reward our team with quarterly incentives, great health and wellness benefits, generous 401k matching, 15 days of PTO, as well as 100% company paid life insurance, disability, wellness, and financial health benefits. Join McNICHOLS - Where Inspired People and Inspired Service are our mission. Visit us at mcnichols.com/careers to learn more!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person