Warehouse Operator

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DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  Read more at www.dsv.com 

 

Location: USA - Franklin Park, 725 

Division: Air & Sea 
Job Posting Title: Warehouse Operator 
Time Type: Full Time

 

Summary

Create, coordinate and complete shipments of goods between company and clients. Coordinate with off-site logistics locations, suppliers and vendors to meet deadlines and track all shipments.  Process orders and ensure shipment schedules are met.  May develop and maintain operational reports and complete shipments of goods between company and clients. May act as a point of contact for customer service.  Ensures the completion, accuracy, and delivery of transactions for clients.  May dispatch requests to transportation providers.  

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs daily activities for an assigned shift or within an assigned area or function.
• Adheres to specific warehouse work instructions for receiving, labeling, storing, shipping and value add services as required in accordance to DSV Air & Sea standard policies and procedures.
• Meets company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, quality, leadership, and customer service.
• Works with the supervisor, warehouse manager and freight forwarding teams to identify areas to improve/enhance overall service to the client.
• Unloads inbound shipments safely and move products to the correct destination.  Efficiently stage, stack and load the merchandise in the appropriate areas
• Efficiently moves product from staging and/or unloading areas into the correct load door and the assigned trailer.  Ensures that the trailer is secured and chocked prior to entering the trailer in accordance to the safety polices.
• Loads/Unloads product correctly using the appropriate handling techniques. Segregate, check, and stage inbound product correctly. 
• Verifies the driver, trailer, and bills are all for that specific carrier and location. Counts freight with the driver and ensures all requirements are followed. Loads the trailer for safe transit and ensures the driver signs all required paperwork.
• Performs all Forklift activities as required. Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed; maintain the facility to provide a clean, safe work environment.
• Maintains and organized and orderly desk/office area.
• Performs other duties as assigned

 

Educational background / Work experience

• Must have forklift experience

 

Skills & Competencies

Mathematical Skills

• Basic level required with the ability to verify inventory, order accuracy, and other quality driven initiatives.

 

Other Skills

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Detail oriented, organized and able to effectively manage multiple priorities
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to communication orally and in writing
• High level of customer service skills

Function / Market & Industry Knowledge / Business Acume