Tasks and Duties
This section lists job-specific tasks and duties that are completed on a regular basis by the employee as noted in the Warehouse Operational Performance Standards. Click on the link to the performance standards to view more details for each task. Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all work activities relating to the in and out going freight flow of the teams within the department
Responsible for stock control for the teams within the department
Receive drivers, register where necessary and lead the loading/unloading process
Responsible for the correct and timely OSD reports in the Expeditors’ system
Managing and coaching the warehouse agents and warehouse agent senior
Responsible for the safe handling of the various internal modes of transport for the warehouse staff
Leading the daily team huddles (briefing and debriefing) within your warehouse teams
Monthly 1 on 1s with the warehouse leads and Warehouse Agent & Agents Senior
Assist the Warehouse Supervisor, Manager with setting up development plans for the warehouse agents and warehouse agent seniors and assist with the development plans for warehouse agent senior
Mid and end of year reviews with the Warehouse Agents & Warehouse Agent Senior
Attend and participate in warehouse leads meetings
Attend and participate in internal meetings (gateways, customer service departments)
Maintain contact with internal departments via telephone and email
Train the warehouse team; daily tasks and if necessary implement new global processes
Responsible for the training of new hires based on the expeditors training scheme
Adhere to security and compliance rules which have been set up by Expeditors
Provide daily Warehouse Inventory checks
Generate all related paperwork and necessary information required for customer work orders, checks all orders for special requests and posts inventory records
Perform accurate and timely data entry for receiving freight allocation, shipping and inventory management
Maintain damage records and backorder logs
Provide warehouse staff with necessary documents and information needed to complete receiving, and to ship orders
Maintain strong relationships with vendors (trucking companies, and others)
Compliance at all times to regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer policies / requirements
Support the Supervisor in the following areas:
Allocate workloads within team to ensure smooth operations during peak activity or staff absence
Proactively communicate with the team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulations
Be continuously open and positive to implementing new system changes and enhancements with the team
Other tasks/duties as deemed appropriate by your management team.
Responsible for accurate receiving, loading, storing and executing shipment orders. Knows and understands their responsibility in adherence to company culture and standards . Must be able to work the shift pattern as required by the branch. Execute updates in computer system via operational tools provided.
Inbound Freight: Counts all products, take weight, compares to manifest and checks all shipments for damage, shortage, overage and any other discrepancies. Reports shortages, damages and/or discrepancies on appropriate forms. If assigned, must be a qualified forklift driver, unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to assigned storage locations.
Storage: Maximizes space usage. Properly and safely puts away items onto the racks, locations and or ready rows using company system and scripts.
Cargo handling: Ensures that the correct number and type of product are being handled. Transports orders to shipping locations or assigned doors with material handling equipment (forklift, squeeze, pallet jacket). Review markings, address on cargo and ensure correct reference labels are on the cargo.
Outbound Freight: Compares quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Sign necessary documents to ensure record keeping along with the usage of system scripts. Efficiently moves product into outbound delivery vehicles.
Facility / Equipment: Maintains equipment and ensures warehouse areas are neat, clean of debris and in an orderly fashion. Operates equipment safely and efficiently. Complies with all local, OSHA and Expeditors' standards.
Inventory: Keeps accurate records and reports. Assists in physical inventories and cycle counts. May key inventory adjustments into company system.
Customer Service: Professional communication both written and oral with internal teams and service providers.
Other Duties: Repacks or re-boxes cases per customer instructions. Repairs and re-boxes damaged goods as required. Operates shrink-wrap machine, manual shrink-wrap, apply plastic and metal bands if assigned.
Security: Ensure all necessary federal and company guidelines are completed for TSA and CCSF requirements. Will require to be detailed oriented, execute company procedures and policies.
A. Education - Minimum High school degree.
B. Experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6 months or more.
C. Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis. Must be able to use proper lifting techniques with weights up to 40lbs. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements. Must be able to shift priorities easily. Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
D. Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Fork-lift certification and Security Threat Assessment will be required upon successful employement.
All your information will be kept confident
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical
- Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Growth opportunities within the company
- Employee Referral Program Bonus
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.