Job Description
Job Description
Japanese logistics company is seeking a Warehouse Staff.
I. General Position summary:
General Summary
This position is responsible for loading, unloading, and movement and storage of materials/goods
around the warehouse and surrounding work area.
II. Essential Job functions:
Primary Job functions
1) Perform Receiving functions
By checking and confirming addresses; by examining damaged goods and following prescribed
procedures for response; by checking surface label, attached documentation, and dimensions;
by determining if shipping errors are the result of manufacturers error or some other factor; by
creating and submitting a receiving reports including O/H reports, O/H labels, damage report,
and discrepancy notices; by applying O/H labels on the appropriate goods; by ensuring the
accuracy of the surface label and O/H report; by verifying inland freight charges and any COD
amount due, either by chart or telephone confirmation with trucking company; by sending and
receiving information via email, fax, etc; by troubleshooting any problems in a timely manner
and informing appropriate management; and by performing any other tasks as required by
management.
2) Performs shipping functions
By weighing cargo; by inspecting cargo; by packing and ensuring inventory list is correct; by
picking up correct cargo according to copy 8 and applying house/direct labels to the surface of
goods; by putting the necessary shipping mark on packages; by repairing and repacking shipping
boxes as needed; by checking for appropriate number of packages per shipment in order to
prevent miscounts and missing items; by troubleshooting any problems in a timely manner; and
by performing any other tasks as required by management.
3) Secures goods in storage area
By ensuring that all goods are properly secured and stored during the moving, loading, and
unloading processes; by stacking packages in accordance with safety instructions to ensure
packages are not damaged; by moving cargo and company supplies to maximize the utilization
of space for storage; by providing appropriate instructions to forklift operator; by securing
appropriate storage area as necessary; by maintaining O/H file; by repairing and repacking
damaged containers; by making an inventory of goods to report to customers; by
troubleshooting any issues in timely manners and informing appropriate management
immediately; and by performing any other tasks as required by management.
4) Inspects shipments
By inspecting incoming shipments according to instructions by customers; by recording
information about damaged and or missing incoming items; by informing and following up with
customers regarding discovered discrepancies in shipment or goods; by troubleshooting any
problems in a timely manners and informing appropriate management immediately; and by
performing any other tasks are required by management.
Secondary Job functions
1) Manage time and resources
By using tools provided by the company (phone, fax, email) in order to maximize productivity
and to accomplish tasks on time
2) Keeps management informed
By participating in meetings; and by reporting problems to management verbally or in writing in
order to avoid confusion and further problems.
3) Performs job according to safety guidelines
By adhering to prescribed safety precautions; by applying appropriate guidelines to abnormal
incidents and or accidents; and by troubleshooting any problems in a timely manner and
informing appropriate management immediately.
Common job functions
1) Contributes to the team effort
By being flexible in work assignment; by covering for other staff as needed; and by
accomplishing related tasks when requested.
2) Maintain professional and technical knowledge
By attaining job-related certification; by keeping up on industry trends; and by applying that
knowledge to the job.
3) Acts on constructive feedback
By being open to feedback from peers, supervisors, and clients; by using the feedback to
improve performance.
4) Maintain and improve processes
By monitoring supplies and informing the direct supervisors when inventory is low; by
examining departmental work processes, research procedures, administrative procedures, etc;
and by recommending changes where appropriate.
5) Upholds work standards.
By maintaining professional conduct and appearance; by realizing one’s own limitations and
seeking assistance when needed; and by using established communication channels.
LOCATION:
Wood Dale, IL
HOURS:
Mon-Fri 9am to 6pm (1h break)
SALARY:
$42~45K (Non-Exempt, DOE)