Warehouse Associate

R+L Global•Ocala, FL

32d

About The Position

Warehouse Associate is responsible for performing a number of warehousing tasks, including order selection, pick and pack services, loading and unloading of inbound and outbound freight, and quality assurance. Additionally, this position will be required to operate warehouse equipment and ensure that freight is safe, undamaged, and matches corresponding shipping records. R+L Global Logistics strives to provide the best freight solutions and logistics services to our customers. We offer the highest quality domestic and international transportation services including Full Truckload (FTL), Intermodal/Rail, Expedited/Domestic Priority, Service to and from Mexico and Canada, Trade Show Logistics, Supply Chain Management, High Value/High Risk Cargo, Warehousing and Fulfillment, Value Added, Customs Brokerage and more. We focus on customer requirements in order to meet the challenges of today’s business demands. Our ability to create solutions through a wide range of transportation outlets allows R+L Global Logistics to be the complete global transportation solution.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
1-year experience in operating a standup reach truck in a warehouse setting
Forklift certified and/or ability to obtain certification required
Previous warehouse experience
Understands basic warehousing, inventory and shipping procedures
Ability to read bill of lading/manifest
Ability to work in a fast paced, ever-changing environment
Ability to lift and move heavy objects, some weighing up to 75 lbs
Knowledge of warehouse machinery and other safety guidelines
Ability to operate all job necessary equipment safely and efficiently
Ability to maintain required forklift certification
Knowledge of trailer loading procedures
Knowledge of OSHA requirements in a warehouse environment
Knowledge of hazardous material loading requirements and restrictions
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in LTL, TL or Freight Forwarding environment preferred

Responsibilities

Receiving, stocking, pulling, staging of freight
Loading and unloading of inbound and outbound freight
Ensure load quality
Ensure load/gate times are met to prevent wait time charges
Staging of container shipments
Routing and distribution of freight to proper destination
Operate warehouse machinery (e.g., forklift, reach truck, pallet jack); perform required safety checks
Inspection of freight ensuring it matches bill of lading, checking any physical damages, shortages and/or overages
Records apparent overages, shortages and damages to freight
Ensure warehouse security, cleanliness and safety standards are adhered to