Load Checker

PARR•Bend, OR

16d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Load Checker safely and efficiently performs the "checking of loads" for all orders, including both deliveries and large will-call orders. Seeks out 100% accuracy of properly tagged orders that have the correct type and size of material, quantity of products, proper sequence of materials in load, (i.e. pressure treated on top, not bottom of underfloor load, sheeting on bottom, not top of framing load), along with goods being sellable and damage free. This position is essential in larger yards to help ensure that all loads are "on time and in full". To find errors of any kind while the trucks are in the yard saves countless hours of fixing problems and plays a large role in fulfilling PARR's mission of Legendary Service Through Teamwork. This position reports directly to the General Manager and interacts daily with Load Builders, Receiving Coordinators, Lumber Location Supervisor, Customer Service Employees, and Drivers. This position works outside in the lumberyard in all weather conditions.

Requirements

OSHA Certified Forklift license (training provided)
Minimum of 1 year of load building experience preferred
Ability to speak, write, and read English required
Knowledge of how loads need to be properly labeled, protected, and kept damage free
Ability to tally correct lineal footage totals on orders
Ability to read and interpret "picking tickets" and invoices
Ability to load and unload materials in a safe manner
Must be able to operate forklift, banding machine, tin snips, tape measure, power saws, hand truck, pallet jack, re-fueling stations, and all other equipment necessary for the job
Ability to utilize all appropriate safety gear required for this position
Must be able to operate personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and all other equipment necessary for the job
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 90 pounds and carry objects 50 feet
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Must be able to drive a company vehicle when necessary

Nice To Haves

Two years of load building and/or yard/warehouse experience preferred
Two years of experience working with dimensional lumber, panel products, and other building materials preferred
Knowledge of receiving and inventory control principles, practices, and protocols preferred
Ability to read grades of lumber and other materials preferred
Acceptable driving record preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure loads are built safely and accurately by correctly reading "pick tickets" and invoices
Help identify damaged material
Ensure that appropriate paper work is complete & scanned as per company policy
Maintain yard cleanliness during course of work
When mistakes are made, follow through with team to make system corrections as needed
Perform daily safety audit of forklift and promptly reports any malfunctioning equipment
Assist with prevention of material damage
Identify areas of opportunity for best practices pertaining to handling of products, along with packaging for adverse weather conditions
Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off
Employee paid sick days
7 holidays
Standard medical plan option with a very low $1,000 deductible
Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs
Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year
In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval
Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)
Annual profit sharing
$1,000 referral bonus