Warehouse Associate II

• Job Summary
• The Warehouse Associate II must be familiar with all areas of the fork truck driving procedures for safely loading and unloading trucks to maintain efficient, safe operations. The Warehouse Associate II is responsible for all order picking, order verification and loading of customer or carriers' vehicle in a safe manner. The ideal candidate thrives in environments where safety, quality, service and cost are the highest priorities.

• Essential Duties
• •Practices incident and accident prevention, demonstrating safe behavior in all activities

Obtains and maintains fork-truck certification by attending in-house training, and completes daily fork truck check sheets

Troubleshoots work related issues and communicates issues with maintenance, and Shipping Lead

Works safely, and is responsible for housekeeping in his/her work areas at all times

Prioritizes work assignments by meeting with Shipping Lead every morning and throughout the day

Drives the fork truck safely through the warehouse mindful of pedestrian traffic at all times

Participate in Cycle Counting events when needed, able to adjust schedule to meet inventory deadlines

Ships according to FIFO principles on all items in the warehouse to ensure shelf-life efficacy

Prepares product for shipping by reviewing the packing slip, hand picking the product and assembling the pallet

Arranges pallets on flatbeds according to weight restrictions and driver input when loading

Ensures correct product delivery by reviewing packing slip and product on truck

Stretch wraps accessory pallets by placing pallets on turntable, adjusting height and tension

Verifies product quantity for shipment and receiving by counting and signing Picking Slip and Bill of Lading

Learns safety hazards and job procedures by reading and understanding job safety analysis (JSA)

Learns software programs by reading and understanding manuals and procedures

Suggests improvements in work methods and procedures by communicating to Logistics Manager

Works safely when loading and unloading van trailers; uses dock locks and chocks to hold trailer steady when going in and out

Learns hazardous material safety for spills and transporting material; earns HAZMAT certification and keeps current

Obtains and maintains forklift certification by attending in house training

Trouble shoots and communicates any work related issues with Logistics Manager and/or Maintenance if needed

Performs other duties as instructed by the Logistics Manager

Daily review of email and department communication; maintains a good attendance record

Maintains a positive working relationship with all plant employees and other business contacts

Uses process improvement tools to drive continuous improvement of the plant and business processes

Follow and document Hazardous Materials Transportation Guidelines for all shipments

Observe what needs to be done and take initiative to perform this work

• Qualifications Required
• •H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• •Minimum 3 years’ experience in a fast paced, logistics manufacturing environment Required

6 months of GAF experience in Logistics and Shipping position- (Warehouse I) Required

Experience supporting logistics, customer care and business goals Required

• General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• •Ability to respond to requests in a professional and timely manner

Demonstrated intermediate communication and interpersonal skills

Strong planning, prioritization, organizational and reporting skills

Independent problem-solving skills

A demonstrated commitment to safety

Highly self-motivated

Ability to work well unsupervised, while producing quality results

Strong teamwork orientation

Ability to work well and communicate well with other GAF employees, at all levels in the organization

• Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• •Ability to troubleshoot and solve logistics, carrier and customer challenges

Advanced proficiency in GSuite

Familiar with standard warehouse concepts, practices and procedures

Experience in fast-paced warehouse environment and safe fork truck operation

• Physical Demands
• •Stationary Position - Frequently

Move/Traverse - Frequently

Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently

Transport/Lifting - Frequently

Transport/Carrying -

Exerting Force/Pushing -

Exerting Force/Pulling -

Ascend/Descend -

Balancing -

Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally

Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally

Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally

Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally

Reaching - Frequently

Handling - Frequently

Grasping -

Feeling -

Communicate/Talking - Frequently

Communicate/Hearing - Frequently

Repetitive Motions -

Coordination -

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Hourly Rate: $26.22

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).