Distribution Center Associate Shipping 2nd Shift

Perfetti Van Melle•Erlanger, KY

49d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Trident and Bubalicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking passionate and enthusiastic Distribution Center Associate to join our growing team. Starting Pay: $22.50 (includes $1.50 shift differential) Hours: Monday-Friday from 2:30pm -11:00pmWHAT YOU WILL DOAs a key member of our Distribution Center Team, Distribution Center Associates are responsible for performing an array of duties such as receiving, processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock, quarterly inventories of the DC, loading FTL, LTL and Parcel order and other duties assigned. You will work with the Warehouse management system via computers, RF guns, and voice headsets. You will also operate power industrial equipment and may require use of specialized equipment like a pallet flipper.

Requirements

Prior forklift experience REQUIRED.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Warehouse Practices
Ability to lift 50 pounds routinely
Excellent time management skills
Ability to stand, use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize daily activities and on-going projects.
Flexibility and able to manage change with a positive attitude
Time management skills to stay on track with fulfilling orders
Strong Judgment and Decision Making skills, ability to choose appropriate action for the situation
Critical Thinking skills and ability to identify strengths and weaknesses and alternative solutions
Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
Effective communication skills
Ability to work overtime
Ability to subtract, add, multiply and divide in all units of measure
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to clearly articulate process problems or troubleshooting issues.
High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Receiving
Processing incoming stock and materials
Picking and filling orders from stock
Packing and shipping orders
Managing, organizing and retrieving stock
Quarterly inventories of the DC
Loading FTL, LTL and Parcel order
Work with the Warehouse management system via computers, RF guns, and voice headsets
Operate power industrial equipment and may require use of specialized equipment like a pallet flipper