Fast growing fitness company for over 30 years looking for a full-time experienced warehouse associate in the East Downtown (EADO) area of Houston.
Role and Responsibilities:
Ability to understand all aspects of receiving /unloading or loading operations within a warehouse facility, working alone or in teams with minimal supervision to accomplish job duties. Working with a high level of direct contact with customer's staff and outside delivery personnel; emphasis is placed on the ability to relate in a positive, friendly manner Handle the movement of pallets and cases on and off trailers and other vehicles by using a forklift or pallet jack.
Report to Warehouse Manager / Warehouse Management team.
Pick, pack and release orders.
Ensure order accuracy.
Receive, sort, and properly place incoming items and provide documentation records.
Knows and follows all safety instructions regarding using the powered equipment, and loading/unloading product.
Operates forklifts for an extended period of time.
Organize warehouse for cleanliness and safety at all times.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Desire to work in a fast-paced, organized and positive warehouse environment.
Able to lift up to 80 lbs.
Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week.
Attention to detail / time management.
Problem analysis and problem-solving.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of functional training and fitness industry.
Must be detail oriented!
Ability to safely operate forklift and other Powered Industrial Trucks.
Physical Requirements
Handle the movement of pallets and cases on and off trailers on a forklift or pallet jack. Proper stacking of cases on pallets in orderly fashion to ensure safety of others and safe transport of product. Proper lifting technique; be able to mount and dismount forklift and pallet jack, slip, clamp. Lift, push, pull and carry cases ranging from 5 to 80 pounds in weight for a sustained time of up to 2 hours while stooping, twisting, lifting overhead and bending repeatedly. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while operating power equipment. Ability to withstand constant changes in temperatures caused by working different locations in the warehouse. Hearing capabilities to recognize signal horns of equipment moving through warehouse