Warehouse Specialist II

Position:  Warehouse Specialist II
Department:  Transportation/Warehouse
Reports to:  Distribution Center Manager 
Status:  Non-Exempt

Goodwill Keystone Area is committed to creating a culture of belonging where all people feel respected and valued. This is because we celebrate the diversity of thought, the richness of the human experience and the desire to reflect the communities we serve.

Summary
Perform a variety of warehouse duties and responsibilities to ensure the consistent flow and accurate documenting of materials throughout the donated goods and retail division. Duties vary and Warehouse Specialists may be assigned to assist drivers, work within warehouse/workshops, handle baling duties, and move materials with forklifts along with utilizing hand and other power equipment while keeping accurate records both with manual sheets and/or Warehouse Management System (WMS) scanning equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete understanding of safe forklift operations to include, but not be limited to: Pre-shift inspection of forklift; mechanical awareness; constant demonstration of safety awareness within busy warehouse environment; post shift inspection of forklift.
• Performs general dock operation to include, but not be limited to: Loading and unloading trucks using forklifts and other power equipment; being able to follow load sequence for outbound trailers and knowing how to properly disperse inbound materials; keeping dock area free and clear of all furniture, bags, etc. for safe maneuvering of equipment; keeping accurate records detailing material movement using both WMS and/or manual tracking; understand and ensure proper loading procedures to ensure load stability and weight distribution; accurately completes truck manifests and load diagrams.
• Daily performs the following duties to include, but not be limited to: Police the property; pick up trash around the building and grass areas; empty trash; sweep dock area; weed grounds around facility; snow and ice removal; outside maintenance and lawn care.
• Assists the baler operation to include, but not be limited to: Weighs and stores bales; records necessary information; maintaining supplies; removes all bale bins from processing and take to baler; return all containers to the proper place in the processing department. May move salvage materials and load onto trucks. 
• May be assigned to lead team on special assignments as required. 
• Assists the Loss Prevention department in asset protection activities.
• Presents an appropriate appearance and good customer service to the general public and coworkers.
• Promotes an environment of workplace safety. Assures that duties are performed in a safe manner and safety requirements are adhered to.
• Communicates progress, concerns and issues to Distribution Center Manager in a timely manner. 

Education and Experience

• No formal education necessary. 

Skills/Abilities/Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and perform simple math.
• Must present a neat appearance and have the ability to communicate effectively with general public as well as interdepartmental communication.
• Must have at least one year of experience in warehouse environment.
• Must have current certification for powered industrial equipment with 6 months verifiable experience as well as demonstrate skills with Powered Industrial Equipment of multiple types including Forklift, Stackers, Walk Behind Jacks.
• Must be able to work with power equipment such as forklift, pallet jacks, trash compactors, balers, and operate equipment following all safety guidelines at all times.
• Must have the flexibility to work overtime and varied hours to include Saturdays and Sundays.
• This is a safety sensitive position and employee must:
  • Pass a drug test pre-hire, post-accident or work-related injury

Physical Requirements

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