Webstaurant Store is hiring!

We are looking for experienced, people-oriented individuals to join our team at our brand new, 1 million square foot distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee. If you possess a passion for excellence in all you do, love a good challenge, and enjoy working with others, this may be the right company for you! The Webstaurant Store is the largest online food service equipment and supply company. We seek dedicated, creative, and flexible individuals to help with operations. Our goal is to provide a great customer experience for all who interact with the Webstaurant Store, and we need your help in achieving this goal!

BASIC OVERVIEW

The Receiving Material Handler is responsible for ensuring accurate receipt of inventory during the receiving process and safely utilizing equipment to fulfill their duties. The Receiving Material Handler should have knowledge of product information, receiving procedures, and maintain a strong attention to detail and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive/stock inventory to fulfill orders as they are processed to ensure that customers receive orders efficiently and accurately
• Unload freight from containers and trailers by hand and using equipment
• Ensure the quality of the receiving and stocking processes, to include quantities and correct product
• Safely operate and maintain warehouse equipment to carry out job duties to ensure a safe work environment
• Ensure incoming date-coded inventory is closely monitored for near expiration dates
• Complete verification of incoming purchase orders within warehouse management system

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a distribution environment; receiving and/or inventory experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
• Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
• Ability to work at elevations of up to 40 feet

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 12 hours/day
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching
• Requires the ability to regularly lift / carry 50-75lbs. and push / pull up to 150lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.