Position Description
Job Summary
The Warehouse Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift while performing the required warehouse tasks. Adherence to all company policies, including but not limited to Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Attendance, while on the premises.
NATURE & SCOPE OF POSITION:
• Customer order data retrieved from a mobile device in which finished product is removed from stock and loaded on flatbeds and van trailers.
• Finished product is offloaded from a flatbed trailer into inventory and inventory records updated and maintained.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped
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• Transfer of recently produced finished product from the shuttle trucks to the correct inventory location and document the inventory.
• Assist with unloading inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store products in the appropriate areas.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Report any visual and all Quality related issues to direct Supervisor.
• Load confirming to ensure no miss-ships.
• Performing picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service.
• Perform forklift daily inspections and record status of each inspection for each shift. Report any issues or damage of the forklift.
• Perform housekeeping duties as assigned in the warehouse area including but not limited to maintaining painted rows, rework of damage pallets, organizing accessory area, sweeping, and painting of warehouse storage areas.
• Conduct inventories of finished product and other warehouse materials - will also participate in actual physical counts of entire finished product in the warehouse and yard; cycle counts as assigned.
• Use of computer systems and mobile equipment for various position functions including order picking, product look-up, paperwork etc.
• Report all EH&S incidents - Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage.
• Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Participate in the development, understanding and review of all position JSA's and SOP's.
CERTAINTEED VALUES: (excerpted from the company's Vision, Mission, Values, & Objectives)
An absolute commitment to safety; trust, respect, and integrity; respect for the environment; dedication to quality, service, and customer satisfaction; continuous improvement; empowerment with accountability; teamwork and collaboration; progress through people. Making the World a Better Home.
This information outlines the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained. At any time employees may be required to perform any other duties within this or a lower-level job upon the request of the supervisor. On occasion, employees may also be required to perform higher-level duties.
Required Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES (SKILLS & ABILITIES): High School Diploma or GED. Must have a valid forklift license and/or complete associated training requirements for safe operations and maintenance of forklift. 1 year forklift experience.
Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of CertainTeed and its employees. Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily warehouse assignments as well as special improvement and continuous improvement projects.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work an average of 40 hours per week, speak clearly so others understand, vision acuity for this position include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Accepting of criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations, sensitivity to other's needs, positive demeanor, and model change management for the business. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, talk, and hear.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Warehouse and the outside product storage yard is not temperature controlled; dust, fumes, and high noise areas are present. Warehouse environment is not climate controlled. Noise levels exceed 80 dB in some areas of the site. Moving equipment such as forklifts, buggies, genie booms and industrial sweepers travel throughout the facility, sometimes in congested areas.
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.