Job Description:

Description

GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.

Summary of Position:

The primary function of the Warehouse Worker is responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery set-up.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy


• Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place in appropriate area for customer pick up or delivery; loading and unloading trucks as necessary


• Maintain inventory controls through minimizing materials damage and ensuring order accuracy


• Be able to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations


• Establish, maintain and promote high standards of customer service


• Ensure that equipment is maintained to company operating standards


• Cuts and stages outbound orders prior to crew's return, and the night before the crews' departure in the morning.


• Loads delivery trucks efficiently and quickly with the correct balance and weight for truck size (maximum 30 minute turnaround time)


• Loads trucks with 100% accuracy for product type and quantity


• Drives forklift safely and operates equipment within the guidelines for efficient and safe operation


• Reports all maintenance problems with equipment to yard manager immediately


• Completes VCR form on forklift

Other Competencies:

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive


• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in stationary position 50%


• Must be able to lift 50lbs Frequently, will move about inside the warehouse


• Must be able to operate warehouse machinery


• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.


• Constantly in warehouse environment

Mental Demands:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks


• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks


• Must be able to multitask


• Must be able to receive information


• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur


• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance


• 401k


• Paid holidays & vacation days

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.

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