Warehouse Worker

The Opportunity

Our location in Portsmouth, VA currently has an opportunity for a  Warehouse Worker . In this role, you would be responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient packaging operation of Alere Toxicology PRT warehouse standards and inventory. The main objective is to lower operating costs through effective utilization of the Scan Force RF technology during the item picking process, increase productivity by following working instructions, zero picking errors, and communicate products out of stock. Accurately and efficiently picking items by Lot # and selection of expiration date, before the verification process.

Shift

Monday to Friday

8:00 am- 4:30 pm

What you'll work on 

Reads picking sheets before handling/picking items Pick Items accurately according to customer specifications documented on the picking sheets. Meets department goals for zero picking errors. Operates a manual rolling cart to move products throughout the warehouse during the picking process. Assists team members in picking, staging, loading, unloading, rotation, and storage of products. Maintains cleanliness of the warehouse by sweeping floors, wiping up spills, and keeping products organized. Follows and abides by all company safety rules. Pick the proper lot# and expiration date as directed by the picking sheet. Must utilize a company-issued stamp after the picking process. Ensure all notes on the picking sheet are read and understood. Helps prepare for end-of-year physical inventory. Records all damage per Company policy and handles damage/dents as they happen. Ensures proper handling of all picking sheets are placed on the correct carton(s). Ensures proper floor space is kept clean while picking. Must be detail-oriented. Sign in & Sign out Scan Force RF devices. Picking products from location by level. Conducts daily housekeeping assignments as directed by warehouse management staff. Seeks out inefficiencies in warehouse operations and makes recommendations. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required

Requires High School Diploma or equivalent Able to lift to 50Ibs Static Pushing and Pulling (Frequently) to initiate pallet movement with a pallet jack Standing/Walking (Frequently to Continuously) Standing/walking on variable surfaces throughout the entire shift in the warehouse​

Preferred

Basic math skills to count product Ability to read product labels and pick sheets Ability to follow work instructions Forklift certification, or ability to become certified (company provided). Ability to communicate discrepancies to warehouse supervisor. Must be able to operate rolling pushcart, electric forklift, and manual pallet jack

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