Warehouse Associate -Cranford, NJ

How You'll Contribute:
This position is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the warehouse. This position is accountable for the warehouse's inventory accuracy, organization, and control of incoming shipments, as well as the timely, properly documented execution of outgoing shipments, including RMAs. The position entails a service-oriented approach; proactively supporting local and global project teams with all warehouse activities is required, as well as the ability to collaborate and communicate with a variety of other departments and warehouses.
What You'll Do:

Maintain a safe and clean warehouse facility: breakdown boxes and control waste; store shipping pallets and other warehouse materials and equipment; follow procedures and inventory control processes; comply with safety policies.
Unload and receive deliveries: process receipt and/or electronically log all incoming packages, based on disposition. Qualify equipment/materials and store according to warehouse layout and project specifications.
Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies utilizing RF/ Scan Gun
Performs all computer functions necessary to track various aspects of goods.
Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Unpacks, examines and routes incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records shortages, and corresponds with shipper to rectify damages and shortages. Receives and processes all defective parts returned for replacement or credit.
Weigh, and label outbound shipments, including small package and freight shipments. Recommend cost-effective shipping procedures to staff members. Call for couriers in response to staff requests and notify appropriate project teams when incoming courier correspondence is received.
Ensure that outbound shipping requests are processed in a timely manner and in accordance with project specifications, as well as Diversified shipping and inventory control procedures. Confirm all documentation and data entry is complete and accurate before releasing the shipment.
Work with Inventory Control, Project, and Purchasing teams to process RMA shipments in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure proper documentation and procedures are followed.
This position is required to deliver products and materials to job sites and between buildings

Complexity:

This is a position that requires specific training for our ERP systems and processes. Once learned it is a relatively routine process from day to day.

Decision Making Authority:

This job works within tight processes and existing systems. There is little authority to work outside of existing protocol.

Physical Working Environment:

Ability to stand, kneel, and crouch for long periods of time
Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
Ability to lift 40+ pounds, as needed
Ability to work in high places and in small cramped places
Ability to work in hot, humid places as well as cold places for extended periods

What You'll Bring:
Education &

Certifications:

High school graduate/GED or equal
One or more years working in a warehouse environment preferred
Ability to read, write and speak English, follow verbal instructions and use simple math.
A valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Required Skills/

Qualifications:

Relevant warehouse, operations, and inventory management experience
Forklift operation experience is preferred
Possess good driving record and the ability to make deliveries using company vehicle when needed
Forklift training is required (not all facilities have fork lifts)
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Knowledge of US Postal regulations required,
Knowledge of UPS and Fed Ex regulations required
Inventory Control experience required
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously to customers and partners, both internal and external