ILS-Bonded Warehouse Associate

Offshore International•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

Maintains secure and compliant operations within a bonded warehouse. Performs meticulous receiving, inspecting, storing, and shipping of customer goods and materials subject to import/export regulations. Ensures product accuracy, integrity, and adherence to strict quality control and safety procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to pass a Department of Homeland Security ( for CBP) Security background check.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Commitment to fostering a positive and safe environment.
Ability to follow all safety policies and accident prevention procedures.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience working in a bonded warehouse is highly preferred.
One (1) year minimum of forklift experience is highly preferred.
Must have or be able to immediately obtain an approved internal re-certification for driving forklift trucks.

Responsibilities

Engages in daily activities of receiving, inspecting, labeling, storing, and moving customers’ goods and bonded materials within the warehouse. Maintains efficient warehouse operations by meticulously receiving, inspecting, labeling, storing, and retrieving customer goods and materials. Ensures product accuracy and integrity through thorough inspections upon arrival, proper labeling for easy identification, and precise storage according to established bonded procedures. Optimizes warehouse space by efficiently storing and retrieving goods, maximizing space utilization.
Conducts thorough inspections of incoming goods and materials to verify accurate quantity, identify any damage or signs of tampering, and ensure product integrity. Documents discrepancies on the provided handheld by completing Over, Short, and Damage (OSD) reports, including photographic evidence, and promptly communicates these findings to customer service teams and affected customers.
Operates various material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and similar equipment, to efficiently load, unload, and maneuver goods within the warehouse. Verifies pre-loading inspections of trailers are completed, to ensure their safety and suitability for transporting customer goods. Proactively identifies and reports any unsafe conditions to the Team Lead. The ability to obtain certifications for operating specific equipment may be required.
Ensures order accuracy and efficiency by reviewing, processing, and maintaining documentation for all incoming and outgoing shipments (bills of lading, airwaybills, packing lists, CBP forms, etc.). Identifies and reports any discrepancies to the team lead for prompt resolution. Maintains inventory control by meticulously comparing packing lists with physical materials, performing data entry into our inventory control software system, and conducting regular cycle counts to ensure stock accuracy.
Prioritizes a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations, completing safety checklists, and utilizing appropriate safety equipment such as dock plates and dock restraining systems, trailer jacks, wheel chocks, and glad hand locks.
Utilizes warehouse management systems (WMS) and other software applications to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inventory levels, order fulfillment, and stock movement. Prepares and maintains essential warehouse documentation including BOLs, order requisitions, packing slips, and discrepancy reports.
Continuously identifies opportunities for improvement in warehouse processes by suggesting solutions. Maintains compliance with ISO 2015 standards by actively referring to established procedures and adapting them as needed.
Contributes to a safe and organized work environment by upholding 5S principles, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to all safety protocols, procedures, and regulations.
Maintains a safe and secure work environment by being vigilant and reporting any unusual, unacceptable, improper, or illegal activities observed within the bonded warehouse.
Performs other related duties as required.