Warehouse Clerk

POSITION: Warehouse Clerk

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor provide shipping, receiving, stocking and inventory control duties in accordance with procedures as well as corporate goals and objectives. Perform duties in an efficient and effective manner while increasing efficient flow of materials while maintaining internal and external customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Pulling, filling, packing orders for shipment, delivery or pickup
• Process shipments using designated small parcel shipping systems
• Unload, separate and palletize inbound shipments
• Operate WMS accurately
• Process all inventory transactions while maintaining 100% inventory control
• Report any quality or inventory discrepancy issues to the appropriate person
• Process returns accurately and timely
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Communicate positively within a team environment
• Maintain proficiency in computerized systems and other technologies as required
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, maintain required certification, perform vehicle safety checks and report discrepancies to supervisor
• Assist in keeping facility clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently
• Follow all established policy and safety guidelines in a drug-free workplace
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisor Responsibilities: None

Skills and Qualifications: 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.

* Accuracy and attention to detail

* Recognize and understand product numbers and alpha/numeric codes

* Operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts in compliance with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requirements

* Understand basic inventory, warehousing and stocking procedures

* Able to work independently with some direction

* Capable of following written instructions and documented procedures

* Comfortable in fast-paced environment

* Able to perform simple math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)

* Team player who works productively with wide range of people

* Manage time effectively and adapt quickly to changing priorities

* Effective listening, verbal and written communication skills

* Able to multi-task

* Problem-solving and analytical ability

* Basic computer/keyboarding skills

* Stand/walk for 8 hours continuously minus allotted breaks

* Pass a drug screen and background check

Experience:

* Minimum 1 year in similar position preferred

Education-

* A high school diploma or equivalent education and training.

* Inventory management or supply chain certification preferred

* Must be able to obtain a forklift certification 3 months.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

* Lift/carry/maneuver heavy material or equipment (up to 50 lbs) repetitively

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position.

While performing duties of this job, one would be required to frequently stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description will be revised as deemed necessary.

All job offers from IBVI are contingent on candidate's ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

IBVI is committed to maximizing employment opportunities for the blind and visually impaired. Blind and visually impaired individuals will be given hiring priority. We are required to fill certain positions with legally blind individuals.

Full Time Union Compensation and Benefits: Vacation time available after 60 days, discretionary bonus, health insurance, dental, FSA, life and disability insurance and a pension plan

IBVI is a leading manufacturer, supplier and distributor of industrial office supplies, office furniture, customized kitting and promotional products. We are looking for amazing people to join our team! Committed to workplace accessibility, we are dedicated to employing a diverse workforce.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job described.

Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.