Thompson First Group is currently seeking a qualified Forklift Operator/Warehouse Associate for a local client in Elkton, MD. Candidates who have a background working in a warehouse setting are encouraged to apply.

Job Details/Responsibilities

Responsible for processing of incoming shipments including unloading trucks, palletizing or re-palletizing product, confirming accuracy of incoming shipments against packing list, receiving product and warehousing to assigned location.
Responsible for picking/packing/shipping of customer orders with a high level of accuracy and efficiency, including accurately selecting products in accordance with customer order specifications.
Brings issues to the attention of lead or supervisor for investigation. May perform targeted investigations under the direction of the lead or supervisor.
Participates in all physical inventories and cycle count activities. Must adhere and follow written procedures to ensure inventory integrity.
Requires ability to operate various material handling equipment with proficiency and safety.
Maintaining warehouse in clean and organized manner.
Confirm that warehouse equipment is in good working condition before use. Accurately complete any records required of equipment operation and time. Notify supervisor or lead of any issues with warehouse equipment.
Participates in project performance team meetings on behalf of the job unit in order to provide ideas, methods, or processes for unit/company performance improvement. May participate in implementation of improvement activities as part of a project team.
Mentors and trains new associates as part of onboarding activities as requested by manager.
Follows procedures and identifies opportunities to clarify where needed.
Perform other job-related duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

Ability to accurately read and interpret multi-digit alpha numeric part numbers and lot number and differentiate between similar products in order to select appropriate product for shipment to ensure customer satisfaction.
Able to independently complete routine assignments that require some problem resolution.
Basic computer skills and ability to utilize automated scanning and data entry equipment.
Basic math skills for proper inventory and record-keeping.
Requires the ability to lift at least, but not limited to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand for long periods of time at a work- station.

Qualifications/ Background Experiences

High School Degree or GED.
0 - 1-year experience within a distribution center.
Experience driving forklift and operating other distribution center machinery a plus.

Thompson First Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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