Forklift Operator - Night Shift - Gypsum Management & Supply : Job Details

Founded in 1971, Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American specialty distributor of interior building products. Our product offerings of wallboard, ceilings and complementary construction products are designed to provide a comprehensive solution for our core customer- building contractors who install our products in commercial and residential buildings. GMS's operating model enables GMS to continue to grow and expand in scope, while maintaining a high level of customer service, promoting an entrepreneurial culture, and preserving the customer intimacy of a local business. GMS and its family of companies operate a network of nearly 300 building product distribution yards, and more than 100 tool sales and service centers, for customers across the U.S. and Canada. The Field Support Center in Tucker, Georgia serves each GMS location, providing the support needed to enable local teams to deliver outstanding service to contractors and builders in their local communities. Position Summary: The primary function of a Forklift Operator (night shift) is to ensure all orders have been fulfilled while assisting and leading assigned activities associated with warehouse operations. Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure all orders have been fulfilled.
• Assists and leads assigned activities associated with warehouse operations.
• Maintain inventory through daily counts and auditing.
• Be able to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations.
• Replenish sales floor.
• Ensure all merchandise are labeled and properly stored.
• Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place in appropriate area for customer pick up or delivery; loading and unloading trucks as necessary.
• Utilize the company's inventory software systems to check in products.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Class A Driver's License preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various board sizes and manufactures, mud types, and steel types
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic math skills
• Demonstrated ability to read a map

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment by:
  • Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace.
  • Celebrating, welcoming, and valuing the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce.
  • Recognizing that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in stationary position while driving commercial vehicle 40%
• Must be able to lift heavy building materials up to 80 lbs. for load/unload.
• Constantly, moving from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicle onto job site.
• Constantly, operates commercial motor vehicle and/or boom vehicle.
• Constantly, positions self to unload materials from flatbed or boom.
• Must wear protective gear and steel-toed boot.
• Must be able to judge distance while delivering materials and/or operating boom.
• Frequently moves materials weighing up to 80lbs while unloading flatbed.
• Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in outside environment while making deliveries.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• This is a UNION full-time position.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Disability
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.