Outbound Loader

JOB SUMMARY
This is an Operations position responsible for loading pre-assembled merchandise/pallets and master containers for shipment or transporting on delivery vehicles as directed under general supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES
An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed 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.

• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Basic arithmetic skills
• Good physical stamina
• Loads and unloads shipments as required; constant lifting of boxes weighing up to 100 pounds each
• Loads trucks according to truck mapping and special instructions
• Loads product in a manner to avoid damages and maintain load stability to ensure driver safety
• Wraps pallets by machine or hand to ensure stability
• Unloads and cleans out trucks as necessary
• Operates stock trucks and mechanical jacks throughout the plant constantly in a safe manner
• Prepares products for shipment under general supervision by weighing, handling and transporting as necessary
• Marks, addresses, loads, and packs product for proper delivery and condition
• Hand loads product onto trucks as required
• Complies with all safety regulations and standards

Basic Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent

Competencies
To be successful in this position, the individual performing the duties must successfully demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Response well to questions
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
• Cost Consciousness - Works within the approved budget
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Makes timely decisions
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently
• Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position
• Quantity - Completes work in timely manner
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed

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
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk and hear.
• The employee may have to lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close vision and distance vision

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Exposure to elements such as noises, loud signals, cold, heat, heights and constant movement of vehicles/power jacks