Yard Jockey/Material Handler

Position summary

The Yard Jockey/ Material Handler works independently with limited supervision in providing compliant, accurate, and efficient service in receipt, storage, and movement of materials for Warehouse Operations Customers. Performs material handling functions in all warehouse areas: Receiving, Distribution, and Warehouse as designated by supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completes all receiving, shipping, material handling, transactions / movements in line with warehouse / site policies, procedures with compliance, accuracy and efficiency. Assists with issue resolution in any aspects of the logistics functions.
• Conducts all work in a safe and effective manner, following all applicable procedures and policies. Maintains or enhances personal and junior staff safety awareness in line with programs and related documentation. Takes appropriate action to correct unsafe acts, notifies and supports leadership in corrections. Complies with relevant laws, company guidelines and requirements through adherence to company policies relating to quality, safety, housekeeping and cost effectiveness.
• Maintains accurate inventory in SAP in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP’s) while issuing / shipping materials as required. Ensures inventory accuracy is maintained at all times. Assists with physical inventory / cycle counting of the warehouse as required.
• Operates Forklifts and / or other material handling equipment as trained / qualified in a safe and efficient manner to load and unload material on or off the truck.
• Supports leadership in facilitating teamwork within the warehouse operations group. Supports group operating goals in support of departmental and corporate objectives.
• Supports in the training of new or junior employees in warehouse functionality as directed by the functional leadership.
• Completes tractor, box truck, and material handling equipment checklist for daily inspection on all mechanical functions and preventive maintenance done on a monthly basis through the truck shop. If problems are found, area supervision must be notified and the equipment should be removed from service, and a work order issued to repair the equipment.
• Fuel tractor and/ or box truck as needed.
• Complete delivery forms and paperwork with accuracy and compliance as needed.
• Operates switcher/yard dog or box truck to various buildings and locations onsite for loading, unloading, and repositioning.
• Assist with docking trailers at different buildings as needed.
• Ensures all controlled substances are handled according to procedures. Ensures all hazardous materials are handled safely per regulations and procedures.
• Load and unload trailers and/or box trucks as needed.
• Performs as a back-up for warehouse material handler as and when required in areas of operational activity.

Qualifications:

• Excellent skills in: verbal and written communication; planning and organizing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• Forklift license required.
• Decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a clean driving record or ability to acquire CDL within 6 months.
• Prior experience as a yard jockey strongly preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in warehouse/manufacturing operations or supply chain management is required.
• Interpersonal/customer service skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Self-starter, responsible, independent and dependable.
• Ability to operate forklifts and mechanical handling equipment required.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required. Associate degree in business, Operations, or Logistics is preferred.
• Requires discretion and independent judgment.
• SAP PP-PI and WM experience desired but will train the right candidate in SAP.

Physical Requirements

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of medium to heavy weights of 25-50, occasionally pushing or pulling more than 100 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time; visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time.