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Van Drunen Farms Warehouse Assistant - JR315-6955 in Manteno, Illinois
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WHAT\'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!
As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world\'s best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. We provide a family- oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Warehouse Assistant will be responsible for various warehouse duties. We are seeking a motivated individual who can follow direction but also help lead members of the warehouse when called upon, as well as thrive in an exciting and challenging environment. Passion for, and knowledge of warehousing is important, but the ideal candidate will also possess a proven track record of exceptional customer service, strong communication skills and impeccable follow-through of assignments.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned):
Understanding of & teaching warehouse operations policy, process and procedure through actions and verbal reinforcement. Train and give feedback to peers of the correct procedures and reports non-compliance.
Prepare ahead to ensure items are ready for the next shift. Take ownership over warehouse demands and works the necessary hours to meet company goals.
Responsible for backup duties for direct supervisor/manager when necessary.
Daily usage within our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) System via scanner and desktop applications, including but not limited to work order and inventory management.
Maintaining and updating documents and spreadsheets.
Preparing, organizing, and checking orders against shipping paperwork to ensure order accuracy including identifying errors, issues & discrepancies.
Reports issues with safety, quality, operational procedures, or HR concerns appropriately to the person in charge for immediate concerns and logging instances in software systems. Identifies opportunities for improvement.
Monitoring and coordinating dock appointments and email requests to shipping & receiving department.
Facilitating efficient and accurate interface with freight carriers\' drivers (including driver check in, designating dock door, and assigning workload to a warehouse team member).
Helping the Shipping, Receiving, and Sampling Team with workload during peak periods.
Other duties as requested, including administrative functions.
JOB EXPERIENCE:
At least 3 years of Warehouse/Office experience or similar / related / relevant experience
Relevant Mobile Equipment Certification may include but is not limited to: reach truck, scissor lift, mule, stand up lift, sit-down forklift.
Experience with UPS and FedEx online shipping programs and portals
Above average computer skills
Accurate data entry skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Bilingual (preferred but not required)
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with variety of individuals.
Ability to pay close attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills and judgment in communicating with staff.
Must be able to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: they must get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to development suggestions from their Manager.
Receptive to management development suggestions and willing to seek additional knowledge to facilitate job growth.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proven ab lity to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must have very strong customer service orientation with high sense of urgency in meeting objectives and deadlines.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Count items and report weights accurately. This position requires the employee to count, track, and make adjustments to inventory in a work area.
Tools and Technology Required: Microsoft Office Suite, Scanners, Desktop computers, Photocopiers, and Bartender.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Standing, walking, using hands and arms to feel and reach.
Ability to walk up and down stairs and ramps.
Ability to climb ladders.
Regularly or routinely lifting or handling boxes/bags/equipment up to 50 lbs.
Routinely bending, stooping, and kneeling.
Regularly pushing or pulling sizeable equipment from a standing position.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, di