Warehouse Operator

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, Seymour Ave 

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

 

In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 5th 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 

 

If you are looking for a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a growing and prosperous freight-forwarding organization with plenty of future opportunities for advancement, please apply TODAY. DSV's business is exploding and we are seeking reliable and hard-working team players at our Franklin Park IL warehouse to handle the ever-increasing demand for our services.

 

As a warehouse operator, you will create, coordinate and complete shipments of goods between the Company and our clients.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily activities for an assigned shift or within an assigned area or function.
• Adhere to specific warehouse work instructions for receiving, labeling, storing, shipping and value-add services, as required, and in accordance to DSV Air & Sea standard policies and procedures.
• Meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, quality, leadership, and customer service.
• Work with the supervisor, warehouse manager and freight forwarding teams to identify areas to improve/enhance overall service to the client.
• Unload inbound shipments safely and move products to the correct destination.  Efficiently stage, stack and load the merchandise in the appropriate areas
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or unloading areas into the correct load door and the assigned trailer.  Ensure 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. 
• Verify the driver, trailer, and bills match the carrier and destination. Count freight with the driver and ensure all requirements are followed. Load the trailer for safe transit and ensure the driver signs all required paperwork.
• Perform all Forklift activities as required.
• Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing and repacking as needed
• Maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications at all times.
• Accomplish all job tasks in a manner that promotes safety
• Maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area and assist in security of the warehouse.
• Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site specific policies, safety rules, Pharmaceutical Regulations, TSA Regulations, US Customs Regulations and OSHA/ MSDS Standards.
• Help train new or transferred employees in the day-to-day activities, if necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

 

Ensures that Core Operational Processes are meeting targeted service levels around shipping, receiving, and warehousing functions:

• Pickup Management
• On-hand
• Movement
• Shipment Inbound
• Delivery Management
• ULD Management/Build Up
• Inventory

 

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• Three years of relevant work experience in warehousing, forklift, customer service and logistics preferred
• Must provide documentation to support US employment eligibility
   

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in basic MS Office applications.
   

Language Skills

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
   

Mathematical Skills