Order Puller - Star Pipe Products : Job Details

DescriptionEssential Functions

• Pulls orders and packages material for shipment to meet customer requirements using the forklift and other equipment.
• Ships orders to be delivered on the date requested by the customer.
• Receives branch-to-branch transfers, customer returns, and overseas containers within a strict time frame to ensure minimal turnaround times.
• Maintains warehouse and yard environments to provide the cleanest and safest environment possible.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operates forklifts; follows proper procedures to take care of forklifts and other equipment.
• Collects products from bins following the radio frequency (RF) system.
• Has product inspected for accuracy and quality.
• Packages products per Star Pipe Products' standards.
• Completes all necessary RF functions to allow bills of lading to be created.
• Loads product onto carrier's vehicles.
• Unloads delivery vehicles and inspects deliveries for accuracy and quality.
• Sweeps floors; operates the floor scrubber.
• Collects and disposes of trash from warehouse and yard.
• Inspects bins, equipment, and warehouse for safety; takes appropriate safety precautions, and wears proper personal protective equipment.
• Accurately pulls orders and stocks inventory items in the correct bins.
• Processes approximately 900 order lines per month during busy times.
• Communicates issues such as equipment damage, incidents, safety concerns, etc., to management.
• Other duties as assigned.

RequirementsEducation/Experience Required:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• 1-3 years of experience completing warehouse tasks
• 1-year experience driving a forklift

Preferred:

• Experience in a warehouse/distribution center specializing in the waterworks industry or related products
• Experience with inventory tracking and radiofrequency systems

Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, Etc: Required:

• Able to operate a forklift
• Excellent situational awareness

Preferred:

• Clear, concise, and accurate communication skills
• Ability to prioritize effectively
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Basic computer experience
• Ability to pay attention to detail

Physical Demands

• Able to lift, move up, and carry materials up to 75 pounds
• Will be required to reach, stand, walk, or crouch during an 8-hour shift
• Must be able to be on feet continuously during an 8-hour shift
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs frequently during an 8-hour shift
• Must be able to climb 4 feet onto and off of a fork truck repetitively during an 8-hour shift
• Must be able to kneel and bend at the knees frequently during an 8-hour shift
• Must be able to push and pull 300 lbs with a pallet jack / fed-ex and ups shipping carts frequently during an 8-hour shift
• Must be able to use wrist and hands frequently during an 8-hour shift

Work Environment

• Able to work in various climate conditions
• Overtime and weekend work may occasionally be required
• Saturdays may be mandatory to accommodate the business needs