Shipping & Receiving / Logistics Operator

Job Summary:

The Logistics Operator supports all areas of operation by handling material throughout the facility, loading outbound freight, and inspecting, verifying and receiving inbound freight. Logistics Operators are responsible for inventory placement and accuracy, allergen awareness and segregation, and housekeeping of storage areas and aisles. Logistics Operators work in unison with customer service, administrative and production personnel to maximize efficiency, inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Transport materials throughout the facility.

· Maintain accurate log sheet of inventory transfers from warehouse to production lines and back.

· Operate pallet wrapping machine.

· Inspect inbound and outbound trucks as required by GBC procedure.

· Complete forms (packing slips, Bills of Ladings, etc.), organize and review documents, and turn them into designated person or department.

· Verify pallets tags match pallet contents (quantity, lot information, etc.). Correct and report deviations as needed.

· Stage, track, trace and update status of inbound and outbound shipments.

· Unloading of raw materials used in manufacture of finished goods (green coffee, packaging materials, etc.).

· Pick and wrap orders for shipment. Check orders to ensure accuracy (quantity, lot information, etc.) Pick, pack, check, and load products accurately on/off trailers and to/from designated areas of facility.

· Loading or unloading of freight as needed (equipment, machinery, pallets, etc.)

· Collaborate with customer services or other areas involved in the shipments and receiving of products.

· Inspect equipment and complete forklift inspections at required intervals. Maintain forklift and report any issues (safety, mechanical). Ensure all equipment is operating safely and properly.

· Maintain a clean, neat, orderly area.

· Promptly unload trucks and deliveries, and store in appropriate location.

· Provide support to any member of GBC team requiring or requesting assistance.

· Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.

· Managing inventory

· Adhere to safety standards. Identify and report workplace safety hazards.

· Stack loads in correct storage bays, following inventory-control instructions.

· As requested, conduct physical inventory count of raw materials and/or finished goods. Report aging inventory to ensure proper rotation.

· Report inventory breakage or anomalies that could result in deviation or discrepancy.

· Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent verbal communication skills.

· Efficient time management skills.

· Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items being shipped or received.

· Basic understanding of warehouse procedures.

· Basic computer skills.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· At least two years related experience required.

· Forklift operator certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

· Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.

· Must be able to work in variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse or on the loading dock.

· Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.