OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Hoffman Beverage Company • Chesapeake, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hoffman Beverage Company is a leading, local, and family-owned distributor that was founded in 1919. We are committed to our mission of distributing the world's best beverages through great people and genuine partnerships. Hoffman Beverage is dedicated to building strong, lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers, and communities. We proudly embrace our values, as they define the qualities we impart in our team and our organization. As an Operations Specialist, you will be expected to pick, receive, load, unload, replenish, and stage merchandise in the warehouse from area to area by utilizing equipment such as forklifts, pallet riders, and a layer picker.

Requirements

• Must have at least a High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to lift products from 25 lbs. to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 165 lbs. when handling keg products (required)
• Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively with teammates and managers (required)
• Must possess good organizational and time management skills (required)

Nice To Haves

• Should possess warehouse, merchandising, or wholesaler experience (preferred)
• Should possess working knowledge or experience operating powered equipment (i.e. electric pallet jacks and packing wrap machinery) (preferred)
• Should possess "hands-on" experience with inventory and logistic software programs (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Select and complete next day orders for customers
• Pull inventory from racks using automated equipment such as ring scanners, I-pods, and I -pads devices manually
• Check, verify, and audit selected products to ensure the count is correct and not damaged
• Build, wrap, tag, check, and stage orders continuously throughout the shift
• Build up and breakdown pallets and carts as needed
• Operate warehouse and order picking computer systems/equipment to accurately fill orders and effectively manage inventory
• Load trucks daily using I-pads to verify load sequence of orders as it is loaded
• Assist in checking order and replenish pick floor as needed
• Apply current build and rotation practices when loading bar trucks
• Must follow current safety, build, and pick best practices
• Responsible for care and maintenance of equipment.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and other duties assigned by management
• Perform varied duties (as listed above) depending on department assignment. Assignment will change depending on warehouse needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED