Operator, Logistics - 3

Pella Corporation•Tucson, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Operator II prepares and loads products for installation crews according to daily schedules. The role pulls products to match order manifests, scans products into the assigned department to maintain inventory accuracy, and ensures each truck or trailer load is accurate, complete, and securely loaded. Duties include completing load paperwork, inspecting loads, conducting forklift and vehicle prechecks, and reporting issues with AWD vehicles and trailers to Fleet Maintenance. The employee follows company safety and personal protective equipment protocols and helps maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment. Product handling may involve manual lifting or equipment operation. Occasional overtime and weekend work, as well as adjusted schedules or responsibilities, may be needed to support the team. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous material-handling or forklift experience is desirable but not required. Basic computer skills are required, with proficiency in Avanti software and familiarity with Apple iOS to be developed. The role also requires English verbal and written communication skills, the ability to read and interpret order documents and product specifications, basic mathematical skills, attention to detail, organization, teamwork, and a willingness to learn. The primary work environment is a warehouse, with variable noise levels.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer knowledge and navigation skills.
English verbal and written language skills.
Ability to read, interpret, understand, and explain manifests, product order paperwork, and product specifications.
Ability to communicate information effectively and respond appropriately to questions from customers, coworkers, and managers.
Professional phone and email etiquette and appropriate conduct when interacting with customers and coworkers.
Team-oriented approach and a strong desire to learn and promote self-growth.
Proactive, self-disciplined, and self-motivated, with the ability to follow projects through to completion.
Attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to build trust, respect, and confidence with customers, coworkers, and managers.
Ability to maintain a clean and neat physical appearance.
Ability to subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide by 10s and 100s.
Ability to perform calculations involving money, time, and measurements, and calculate proportions, percentages, area, length, width, height, and depth.
Ability to apply basic algebra, geometry, and general business math concepts.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel items, reach, and talk or hear; occasionally sit, stoop, or crouch.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in material handling or operating a forklift is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

Read and understand order paperwork to identify the contents of each manifest.
Scan all products entering the assigned department to maintain accurate inventory.
Complete required paperwork after loading trailers, including verification of each trailer’s load.
Inspect and secure each load for safe distribution, including performing a 360-degree walk-around.
Follow company safety guidelines and personal protective equipment protocols.
Lift, handle, and carry products safely, asking for help when needed.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe environment.
Complete forklift prechecks and operate a forklift when needed.
Perform prechecks on forklifts, company vehicles, and trailers.
Record and report AWD vehicle and trailer issues to Fleet Maintenance for repair or routine care.
Work as a member of the Distribution team and support colleagues when needed or requested.
Work occasional overtime and weekends, and adjust schedules or responsibilities as needed to support the team.