Shipping Operator-Material Handler

Westlake•McPherson, KS

12h

About The Position

The Shipping Operator-Material Handler identifies, safely handles, accurately stores, and places products after inspection. The operator coordinates with Quality Assurance technicians to move production into inventory promptly and follows established practices for safe, organized storage. The role requires knowledge of the yard layout, products, production levels, and forklift operation, as well as the ability to assess load parameters and safely and efficiently load finished product onto flatbed trailers while maintaining stable transport properties. The operator also assists other shipping personnel with load preparation, inventory counts and status assessments, unloading raw materials, and other duties as assigned by the Shipping Supervisor. The position operates industrial forklifts for storage yard and warehouse operations, performs cycle counts, maintains accurate inventory and product storage, and loads and unloads shipments. The operator monitors wood orders, assists the receiving clerk, completes pick lists for load checking and ship confirmation, and supports and trains other Shipping Operators. Work is performed with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment where safety, communication, and accurate product handling are essential.

Requirements

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions in English.
Written and verbal communication skills and ability to work well with operators, shift leaders, and office personnel; share information with coworkers as needed.
Ability to read a tape measure, add and subtract two-digit numbers, and use a calculator.
Ability to perform basic calculations using American money and weight, volume, and distance measurements.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office.
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to safely operate an industrial forklift.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 40–50 pounds.
Regularly stand, walk, use hands to touch, handle, or feel, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear.
Stand, walk, sit, and climb in and out of forklifts throughout most of the shift.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Identify, safely handle, inspect, store, and place products in accordance with established practices.
Coordinate with Quality Assurance technicians to support timely movement of inspected production into inventory.
Operate an industrial forklift to lift, stack, or tier products in the storage yard and warehouse.
Perform all duties required of a Shipping Operator with minimal supervision.
Perform cycle counts in accordance with established procedures.
Report and correct identified substandard products and practices, including sun-faded product.
Set a positive example for other Shipping Operators through safe work habits, attitude, and focus on company goals.
Provide training and assistance to other Shipping Operators.
Maintain accurate inventory and know product descriptions, sizes, markings, codes, and packaging.
Load outbound shipments safely and accurately onto trailers and safely unload inbound shipments.
Assess load parameters and place finished product on flatbed trailers to maximize loading while maintaining stable transport properties.
Monitor and complete wood orders.
Assist the receiving clerk.
Maintain safe and proper product storage.
Complete Pick Lists for Load Checking and Ship Confirmation.
Assist shipping personnel with load preparation, inventory counts, inventory status assessment, and unloading raw materials.
Comply with company policies and procedures and maintain a safe working environment for employees, customers, and carriers.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.