Physical Distribution Employee I

Job Title

Physical Distribution Employee I

Job Description

• External Job Description

The Physical Distribution Employee I is responsible for receiving, journal entry, packaging, control, identification, storage, moving, collecting and loading / unloading of all goods in the department Physical Distribution. S/he does this either independently or in a team. The Physical Distribution Employee works in a dynamic environment where s/he handles the goods quickly, accurately and safely so it is sent undamaged, complete and timely to the customer or site.

Essential Functions (Job Duties and Responsibilities):

• Execute tasks as requested or required
• Use software tools provided to track and understand outbound Projects.
• Monitor goods received into Supply Chain associated with a project /activity that are manufactured by VIM or suppliers that are related to upcoming shipments.
• Train and work with Shipping Manager and Forwarding Group to understand outbound flows.
• Follow defined processes for inbound, picking, outbound and reverse logistics orders
• Check and identify goods
• Take journey entries for packaging and storage of goods
• Loading & unloading goods
• Operating sit-down and/or stand-up forklift
• Work safely independently or within a team environment as needed
• Cycle counts and other inventory related functions
• Keeping work environment clean, organized and safe
• Following all safety procedures and regulations

Required Education and Experience:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid state driver’s license and clean driving record
• At least one year of warehouse experience
• Minimum of one year experience as a Forklift Operator

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift Operator Certification
• Basic knowledge MS Office
• Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment and mechanically inclined is a plus.
• Logistic and packing knowledge is preferred

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities (Competencies):

• Ability to work in a team environment and is aware of team responsibility
• Shows attention for safety
• Maintain productivity levels
• Communicates well, thinks, and has result-oriented attitude

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, may require Holiday and OT work. 

Travel:

This position may require some travel on an as needed basis

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment/physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Employee will be working in an warehouse/manufacturing environment. Temperature can vary: cold temperatures of 40 degrees, and will be required to wear jacket or warm/hot temperature of 70+ degrees. Noise levels of 90 decibels can be reached at certain times. Can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles while in manufacturing environment. 
• Knowledge and utilization of PPE (i.e., safety glasses, gloves, etc.) is required.
• While performing the duties of this job, t