Warehouse Specialist

Warehouse Specialist - U.S. Army Fort Jackson

Competitive wages and an INSURANCE ALLOWANCE!

Top reasons to work at EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow:

• Paid time off- Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays
• Non-seasonal- Always steady work

EMI Services is looking to hire a Warehouse Specialist who will be responsible for a wide range of warehousing tasks that require a comprehensive understanding of the company's storage plan. The role involves various activities such as cross-checking materials or merchandise with receiving documents, promptly reporting any discrepancies or evident damages, directing materials to designated storage areas, following specific storage methods to stack, store, or palletize materials, rearranging and conducting inventory of stored items, inspecting stored materials and promptly reporting any signs of deterioration or damage, as well as retrieving materials from storage and preparing them for shipment.

Salary

$18.84/ hr. plus $4.93 fringe benefits used towards insurance and 401k!

See ALL the fantastic benefits you receive as an employee of EMI below!!

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct physical inventories for the purpose of verifying stock and identifying losses
• Deliver a variety of items (e.g. boxes, packages, cargo, office supplies, furniture, equipment, etc.) for the purpose of distributing items to assigned locations and/or individuals
• Directing work flow for the purpose of maintaining an efficient warehouse
• Drive vehicles (e.g. truck, forklift, etc.) for the purpose of transporting orders and materials to designated sites
• Process incoming materials to include unloading of trucks, matching shipping documents to purchase orders and placing materials in the proper location in the warehouse
• Prepares reports and maintains manual and electronic documents, files and records (e.g. purchase orders, receipts, electronic delivery logs, MSDS, supplies needed by department, inventory, warehouse reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities
• Research discrepancies on orders and/or invoices (e.g. overages, shortages, duplicate deliveries, etc.) for the purpose of correcting errors and/or returning damaged/incorrect items to vendors
• Respond to inquiries of staff and vendors for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the invoices, billing, status of deliveries, etc.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Effective technical, interpersonal, organizational and telephone etiquette skills
• Considerable knowledge of office practices, procedures, equipment, and standard clerical techniques
• Some knowledge of receiving methods, techniques, and practices
• Some knowledge of building maintenance needs and service requirements
• Some knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and equipment of the building trades
• Type; operate a personal computer, with emphasis on accuracy, mental alertness, and neatness
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations
• Establish priorities to ensure completion of tasks in a timely manner
• PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies - Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
•  1 year related experience in performing material storage and verifying materials received against orders or related experience
• Forklift Operator's Certificate
• Will be required to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training
• Valid driver’s license compliant with REAL ID Act or are you willing and able to obtain one
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Regular, dependable attendance
• U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Physical Requirements

• Work with a personal computer
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted
• Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking
• Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping
• Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures and weather conditions

* Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.