Warehouse Coordinator/Driver

Job Title:            Warehouse Coordinator/Driver                           

Reports To:       Plant Manager

Shift:                  M-F, 6:30a-3p

Job Summary

The Warehouse Driver is responsible for supporting day-to-day departmental operations, performing assigned warehouse and transportation activities, and adhering to established safety and quality standards, including accurate cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A 

Essential Duties

• Support the Safety-First culture of Yellowstone Plastics and Volm Companies by ensuring safety policies are followed and team members maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Operate a company motor vehicle as an essential function of the role to transport materials, finished goods, and supplies between facilities and designated locations.
• Assigns Warehouse employees tasks to help with shipping, receiving, and inventory functions.
• Keep adequate supply of warehouse materials on hand.
• Continuously walk plant floor checking for safety, quality, and cleanliness.   
• Report, investigate, and document all safety, quality, and process issues.
• Proactively communicate with Supervisor regarding shipments and inventory.  
• Ensure all pallets/boxes have the correct label/pallet tag, are properly corner-boarded, banded, wrapped, and weighed in preparation for shipment.
• Unpack, examine, and route incoming shipments, reject damaged items, record shortages, and correspond with shipper to rectify damages and shortages. 
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Plant Manager.
• Receive and process all defective material returned for replacement or credit. 
• Ensure forklifts are in good working condition and make sure forklift inspections are being done regularly.
• Safely operate material handling equipment such as forklift, motor vehicle, hydraulic cart, pallet jack, etc., to move and stage materials and maintain the flow of production.
  • Perform all computer functions necessary to track various aspects of goods. 
  • Utilize Microsoft Outlook to check email to keep up to date on communication and issues and update staff members as necessary.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Ability to communicate in both the written and spoken language of English to a level that will allow the safe and effective performance of the job. 
• Commitment to following and promoting safe work habits (compliance with all Safety/AIB policies and procedures).
• Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to effectively lead a team and comply with employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to effectively work with ERP system, spreadsheets, word processing documents, and other applicable computer systems and software.
• Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Capacity to calculate, analyze, and track figures and make competent decisions based on those figures.
• Strong verbal, written, and group-presentation communication skills.
• Communication, teamwork, and customer service skills are critical as employees are expected to work directly and indirectly with all levels of employees, customers, and outside vendors.
• Consistently demonstrates a high level of responsibility and accountability.

Education and Experience

• Knowledge of warehouse operations principles typically acquired through a minimum of one (1) year of relevant warehouse or distribution experience and/or completion of a technical certificate or equivalent education.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and DOT medical card required 
• Minimum of 1 year forklift experience. 

Physical Requirements

• Constant walking, talking, sitting, standing, repetitive motions, movements requiring fine motors skills and visual acuity.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching, pulling, pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping, lifting (up to 50 pounds).
• Work is typically performed in conditions typical of a manufacturing environment though certain tasks/projects may occur outside or in an office environment.
• Safety glasses, steel/composite toed shoes, and hearing protection when working on production floor.
• Work is typically performed in conditions typical of a manufacturing environment though certain tasks/projects may occur outside.
• Employee is generally protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from high and low temperatures.
• Sufficient noise regularly requires employee to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
• Employee will be regularly exposed to a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, stored potential energy, and working at heights of 4 or more feet.
• Employees may be exposed to conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin such as fumes, odors, dust mists, gases, limited ventilation, oils, chemicals, cutting fluids, etc.

Company Culture & Values

• A Commitment to Our Purpose (COMMITTED PEOPLE) – Our mission is to serve and build up our customers, suppliers, communities, and each other, guided by the principles of our Lord Jesus Christ.  The commitment to serving and building up is easily seen in those employees that exemplify this value.
• Without Our Customers We Are Nothing (CUSTOMER FIRST) – We realize that we are blessed to serve our customers and without them, our company does not exist.  They rely on us for their success and that is a responsibility we cannot take lightly.  Our focus must be on serving them with as seamless communication and access to products as possible.
• Kind, Humble and Positive (HUMBLE) – These positive traits do not mean being a doormat to others.  But when a person is kind, humble and positive it comes through in their genuine caring for those around them.
• A Desire For “Expert” (EXPERTS) – Our people want to be seen as the experts in their specific roles.  From how we convert a bag efficiently and with highest quality, to knowledge of the product portfolio, to desiring to know more about tax or human resource policy – the desire for “expert” drives us in each of our roles.
• Intentional Growth – Developing of Self and Others (PERSONAL GROWTH)– Times, tools, and customer expectations change.  Our team members are interested in developing themselves and those around them.   We know that a stronger team is one that makes our customers and our fellow employees happier.
• Strong Work Ethic (HARD WORKERS) – The commitment to serve those around us is honorable and we respond to this by putting our strongest effort into that purpose.
• High Expectations of Self and Others (HIGH EXPECTATIONS) – We expect ourselves, and those around us, to put in our best effort.  When others struggle, we help them align towards perfection.  When we struggle, we are open and humble to hear it and course-correct accordingly.
• If It Isn’t Safe, We Don’t Do It (SAFETY) – All people deserve to return home to their loved ones safely and work in an environment where they can best execute their tasks safely.  When choosing between safety and profit, safety and efficiency, safety and feelings, safety, and “x” – we choose safety.

This job description is intended as a general outline of the primary responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities that may be required. The employer reserves the right to modify, add, or remove any responsibilities, duties, or activities as deemed necessary with or without notice. 

Volm Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and other protected characteristics. If you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, please inform us and we will work with you to address your needs.

Benefits

As a family-owned and operated company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. We offer a strong foundation of benefits, including access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, an HSA employer contribution, and a 401k with profit sharing to secure your future. To support your overall well-being and family life, we offer additional benefits beyond the core package, such as paid vacation, wellness stipends, childcare reimbursement assistance, and much more. We are committed to continuously enhancing our benefits to meet the evolving needs of our team.