Merchandise Processor (EO)

Careers and Highline Warren•Memphis, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandise Processor role involves the safe operation of Powered Industrial Trucks such as electric pallet jacks, forklifts, reach lifts, and cherry pickers. Key responsibilities include pulling, processing, and inspecting materials, managing shipping, fulfilling orders, and completing necessary paperwork. The individual will be responsible for moving materials within the warehouse, assisting in other warehouse activities as directed, and ensuring freight, stock, and other materials are moved to and from staging and processing areas. This position also requires monitoring machinery and equipment to meet performance specifications, promptly reporting quality issues to supervisors, maintaining a clean work area, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts. Adherence to all safety guidelines, company values, practices, policies, and procedures, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), is essential. Regular and punctual attendance is also a core requirement.

Requirements

Operate a computer basic PC proficiency; (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and reporting software).
Accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
Wear/use required PPE (personal protective equipment).
Learn and effectively operate equipment and work processes in accordance with standard operating procedures, including attention to detail and accountability, as necessary.
Conduct required quality checks and tests.
Visibly inspect equipment to detect any problems and make adjustments, as needed.
Demonstrate good mechanical and operational understanding of the equipment.
Understand written instructions and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
Able to read orders and labels without transposing part numbers.
Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
Recognize problems when they occur and work toward the solution of those problems.
Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks.
Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers.
Present information clearly and accurately.
Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities, and job knowledge.
Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
Use equipment, resources, and time in an efficient and effective manner.
Use good judgment when making decisions.
1+ years of distribution experience or a satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties.
Must be able to obtain forklift license through Highline Warren Distribution.

Nice To Haves

Powered Industrial Truck Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate Powered Industrial Trucks by securing material prior to handling or storing and by operating at reasonable speeds and control.
Safely pull, process, and perform inspections of materials, supplies, tools, fixtures, and parts.
Responsible for shipping, pulling orders, and completing required paperwork.
Move materials within the warehouse and assist in other warehouse activities as directed by Supervisor or Manager.
Move freight, stock, and other materials to and from staging and processing areas.
Monitor machinery and equipment operation to ensure all product meets performance specifications and requirements.
Promptly notify the supervisor of any quality issues.
Maintain good housekeeping and regularly clean work area, machines, and equipment.
Identify and contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
Maintain an open and candid working relationship with the immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
Adhere to all safety guidelines, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) preventing incidents or injury to self or others.
Adhere to established company values, practices, policies, and procedures at all times.
Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.
Perform other duties as requested.