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Saint-Gobain Warehouse Associate in SEATTLE, Washington
This position is responsible for processing outbound and receiving inbound materials to fulfill customer orders within an industrial gypsum production environment through manual labor and the use of heavy capacity forklifts (15,500 lb.) track mobile (rail mover to move railroad cars) machinery to load and unload product on multiple modes of transport including trucks or rail cars.
This position is represented by Teamsters Local #117.
Essential Duties:
Processes outbound orders and customer shipments via administrative functions including documentation through enterprise resource planning systems (SAP and internal programs)
Champions a safety-first environment and keeps up to date on new safety policies, procedures, and initiatives. Works well with others in a team environment
Performs quality checks per the quality control plan and escalates issues to Lead if required
Safely operates mobile equipment and tools to transport wallboard according to quality and specification standards. Moves wallboard loads within the warehouse properly with a forklift adhering to all safety rules and traffic guidelines
Properly add 8 lbs. dunnage (spacers between wallboard stacks) to the trailer according to standards and places dunnage in the warehouse for any transported load placement. Re-supplies dunnage at multiple points in the warehouse using forklifts
Inspect and cull out of spec/rejected wallboard from the warehouse with forklift
Load, move, stack, and unload orders for on-time customer service
Operate material handling equipment to unload inbound shipments, store into locations, and efficiently pick orders.
Move product from outbound staging areas into trailers for shipment
Efficiently pick orders and assemble product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and product ordered is packed and shipped free of damage
Using voice pick and/or radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, put-away, and loading functions
Always work in a safe manner! The safety of our associates is our number one goal!
High school education or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience to demonstrate proficiency
Forklift experience and/or ability to be qualified within the training period
Mechanical aptitude to operate machinery
Proven ability to read, write, interpret and/or apply instructions to assigned activities
Display adaptability, customer focus, and good written and oral communication
Minimum 1 year of Distribution Experience Preferred
Ability to read and effectively communicate in English, count accurately, perform simple math, write legibly, and follow directions.
Must have good visual acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
Ability to tolerate exposure to modest amounts of heat, cold, dust, noise, and vibrations.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, lift 30lbs consistently, up to 50lbs occasionally
Ability to maintain a high level of frequency & intensity in other physical activities including, but not limited to reaching, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, stooping, kneeling & crouching.
Pass post-offer background verification, physical and drug screen
Must be prepared to work overtime after on the job training is completed
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
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