Who We Are: USCS is driven to advance, innovate and serve companies seeking the best service, facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are employee focused, an equal employment opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team. 

 

The Job Details:

Shipping  and  Receiving :  Unload  and  load  trailers  and  verify  proper  stacking  and  freight  not  being  mixed  on  pallets,  one  item  to  a  pallet  as  required  unless  instructed  otherwise.  Tape or stretch-wrap pallet as required to ensure product stability. Checking : Prior  to  product  storage, count  all product,  compare  your  counts  to  the  drivers’  manifest  and  check  all  shipments  for  damage,  infestation  and  production  code  dates.  Report  shortages  damages  and  misplacements  to  your  immediate  supervisor  who  will  forward the information  to  the  appropriate  parties. Must  be  able  to  move  product  to  the  storage  locations.  Must  also  be  able  to  stack  and  store  the  product  in the  appropriate  areas. Must be able to verify receipt of product at appropriate temperature. Over,  Short, and  Damage :  Identify  and  recover  any  received  or  shipping  damage  consistent  with  Company  policy.  Report all shortages and overages to your area supervisor. Order  Picking:  Pull  and  prepare  product  for  shipment, ensuring  that  the  exact  number  and  type  of  product  is  located  and  shipped,  Make  certain  product  comes  from  the  proper  locations  and  the  lot  numbers  agree  to  the  picking  documents.  Perform  picking  duties  in  an  efficient  manner  that  meets  customer  service  standards.  Pallets are typically built to a height of approximately 7 feet. Loading : Efficiently  move  product  from  the  staging  or  storage  areas  into  railcars  or  trailers.   Equipment : Load,  unload,  move,  stack  and  stage  product  and  materials  using  a  forklift,  clamp  truck,  slip-sheet  or  other  power  equipment  Maintain  the  facilities,  equipment  and  materials  in  a  neat,  clean  orderly  fashion.  Daily  inspect  and  verify  equipment  is  operating  prior  to  the  start  of  the  day’s  activity.  Advise your supervisor of any problems encountered.  Operate  all  equipment  in  a  safe  and  efficient  manner  following  prescribed  work  methods          Responsible for any additional tasks delegated by management. Provide leadership to the efficient coordination and execution of workflow throughout the warehouse, consistently keeping safety, sanitation, cost controls, productivity, accuracy, team environment. Participate in performance monitoring of new warehouse employees. Provide hands-on leadership to the ongoing development of the assigned personnel and teams.

 

The Job Specifics:

•       Location, Department and Work Hours: 

•       Reports To: Supervisor and Superintendent

•       Travel Amount: May Vary

•       Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Hourly

 

What We Are Looking For:

Education

•       High School Degree/GED Required

Experience

•       2+ years experience in all warehouse functions

•       2+ years experience with warehouse management computer system

•       Ability to demonstrate knowledge and mastery of all warehouse functions

 

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The physical demands described below are representative of those required of an individual performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

•       Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis

•       Lift up to 70lbs with assistance on an occasional basis

•       Stand and walk for extended periods of time

•       Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls

•       Be able to speak and hear for safety and productivity

•       Use scanners, tablets, radio, phones, and other warehouse machinery

•       Ability to lift overhead

•       Ability to work overtime is an essential part of this position due to demand

•       Drive a registered motor vehicle to satisfy daily requirements

•       Have acceptable and / or correctable vision 

•       Work in an atmosphere range of + 50 to - 30 degrees F with a moderate noise level

•       Personal interaction and communication required to and from other people is extremely high

•       Good arithmetic and reading skills

•       Understand and follow verbal instruction, written instruction and company policies 

•       A self-starter that can work independently and coordinate with others

•       Work in a fast pace environment with the ability to manage stress and productivity guidelines

 

The Standard Details:

•       Always maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications.

•       Participate in staff and/or customer meetings if required.

•       Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality systems. 

•       Identify and record any issues relating to product, processes and/or quality.

•       Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through appropriate channels.

•       Verify the implementation of solutions.

•       Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.

•       Participate in Safety and Educational Training.

 

What’s In It For You:

A great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered:  401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year; If elected, Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days of service; Company Life Insurance; and a bunch of other great perks. 

 

Things We Need To Mention:

•       The above job description may not include all tasks necessary to complete the job.

•        Job functions may vary based on area of operation.  The job description is a listing of the most common tasks the associate will be required to perform in that job area.

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