Warehouse Assistant II (Forklift)

Seaboard Solutions•Houston, TX

7d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for processing different commodities within the Seaboard Solutions warehouse operations both manually and utilizing a forklift and/or other equipment. To perform this job successfully, 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Minimum of one (1) year of experience operating a 5K forklift to safely and efficiently transport and relocate loaded pallets from container and trailers storing them in the designated warehouse areas.
Must have one (1) year of experience in a warehouse environment.
Willing to be trained within 120 days to operate mule/yard jockey or tractor trailer as a backup.
Must be able to successfully complete on the job training to drive other heavy equipment such as mule/yard jocker or tractor trailer within 120 days of employment.
Must possess previous experience performing a variety of physical & labor-intensive tasks.
Must be able to read, write, and speak basic English.
Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information.
Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment.
Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.
Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule or extended hours based on company needs.

Nice To Haves

Leadership ability.
Supervisory skills

Responsibilities

Maintain constant communication with to ensure that the correct load is moved at the right time and to the correct location.
Operate 5K forklift equipment to relocate material and load and/or unload pallets, containing shrink-wrapped or loose cartons, rolls or bundles with a variety of cargo from the container or domestic trainer and the designated warehouse areas.
Manually pick and pull items from racks based on pick tickets or Loading guides to complete orders.
Receive, scan, and verify cargo quantities based on company procedures and customer requirements.
Load and unload containers, delivery trucks manually and/or with lift/dolly and verifies incoming and outgoing cargo by weighing, counting and documenting.
Inform supervisor immediately of any discrepancies, damages and/or spoiled cargo.
Conveys materials and items from receiving areas to storage or to other designated areas.
Operate yard truck to pull, transport, load, or empty and loaded containers using standard equipment.
Ensure that pallets are stretch wrapped properly before loading or storing.
Compare pallet ID label number and Warehouse receipt to make sure that there are no discrepancies before storing or loading pallet to/from warehouse and conveyance equipment.
Load container and trailers in a manner to maintain the integrity of the cargo free of damage while ar the same time maximizing the space of the equipment.
Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines.
Perform routine inspection on assigned forklift before operating or making sure it is safe to operate and manually complete the forklift maintenance checklist refer defects or repairs to mechanic personnel.
Perform pre-shift mechanical inspection of assigned heavy equipment and immediately report any deficiencies to Mechanic Shop Supervisor.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e., vehicles, people checking equipment, etc.) at all times.
Seek out sufficient warehouse space by working with management to efficiently store product in the warehouse.
Removes empty skids or pallets and stacks in designated area for future usage.
Assist with inventory cycle count.
Assist Jacintoport with forklift duties and days in where Seaboard Solutions volume may be low.
Perform additional related duties as assigned.