Warehouse Specialist 3PL

Travis Association for the Blind/Austin Lighthouse•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Lighthouse for the Blind, a non-profit organization founded in 1934, is dedicated to providing opportunities for economic and personal independence for people who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf blind. The organization focuses on creating, sustaining, and improving employment for these individuals and continues to grow its services for blind Texans. The Warehouse Specialist performs a variety of warehousing duties that require an understanding of the establishment's storage plan. This role involves verifying materials against receiving documents, noting discrepancies, routing materials to storage, storing and stacking materials, conducting inventory, examining stored materials for damage, and preparing items for shipment. The specialist may also operate hand or power trucks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Forklift Certification or the ability to attain certification through the company's training if needed
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Ability to operate and read a RF gun and computer
Electric and nonelectric pallet jack skills
Possesses basic math skills
Basic computer skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
The ability to navigate safely in small or large areas/environment
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Able to read, comprehend and understand information and ideas presented in writing or in alternative form
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Demonstrates sound work ethics
Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity
Background Check and Drug Screen required
Verifiable documentation of ability to work in the US

Nice To Haves

Individuals who are blind or visually impaired are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of warehousing duties which require an understanding of TAB's storage plan.
Verifying materials and/or merchandise against receiving documents, noting, and reporting discrepancies and obvious damages.
Count incoming stock for verification and after classification of the product.
Fold and/or package product according to specifications
May operate hand or power trucks in performing warehousing duties
Verify correctness by comparing items and quantities against placard and SCALE; checking for damaged goods; ensuring that goods are appropriately identified for routing to warehouse locations; preparing and keeping records of goods received.
Count quantities of materials, parts, or products received.
Confirm stock in the correct location with the proper condition code, and with the correct quantity.
Perform cycle counts weekly, monthly, and quarterly.
Counting all inventory to know the exact quantity in the entire warehouse (usually performed annually)
Noting and reporting discrepancies in a timely manner.
Ensure production orders are pulled correctly, properly documented, and placed in the designated location for pick up.
Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse.
Maintain and operate all TAB equipment and property in accordance with accepted TAB practices.
Transfer product from different locations in the warehouse.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Mechanically load or unload materials from with electric pallet jack.
May operate hand or power trucks
Preserves safe and clean work environment
Complies with and assists other employees understand and comply with TAB's Safety and Security policies and guidelines.
Behaves in accordance with the key behaviors aligned with TAB's Core Values of Leadership, Integrity, Growth & Innovation, Heart and Teamwork (LIGHT).
Other duties as assigned