Loader I

Quaker Windows•Freeburg, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This labor-intensive position is responsible for loading transport, bulk, and route trucks. Each type of loading requires strict attention to order accuracy with respect to loading outgoing trucks and unloading incoming trucks. Works from order sheets to build loads using a forklift and/or electronic pallet jack. Position is responsible for accuracy in loading and complying with shipper/receiver documentation.

Requirements

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Acquire and Maintain Forklift Certification
Acquire and Maintain Pallet Jack Certification
Dependability
Safety Focused
Team Based Mindset
Productivity
Quality Focused
Problem Solving
regularly lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 125 pounds through team lifting
work shifts of at least 8 hours, and occasionally longer, for 5 days each week
stand for prolonged periods
The employee is occasionally required to bend, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as necessary.
Vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
It is an essential job function and safety rule, applicable to every employee working in a safety sensitive classified position, to be able to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Nice To Haves

The expectation is that the individual has achieved a minimum level of education and/or related expertise to qualify for this position.
High school diploma or a passed General Education Development test preferred

Responsibilities

Transport a variety of windows/doors
Load and unload transport, bulk and route trucks according to safe work instructions
Use proper loading procedure
Safe product handling and body mechanics
Drive a forklift, or use a pallet jack or other freight for transit
Strict attention to order accuracy in loading and unloading trucks
Comply with shipper / receiver documentation identifying what order to place jobs on tracker or where to take dock transfers
Complete Strap Log Documentation
Inspect units for defects or improper packaging
Accurately scan units
Place envelops and packages with their stops
Housekeeping
Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location
Interact and communicate with employees in an appropriate manner.
Be available on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis.
Complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner.
Observe safety and security policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment); report potentially unsafe conditions; and use equipment and materials properly.
Follow job-specific safety requirements including Safe Product Handling, Safe Lift, Safe Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation.