Warehouse Associate

Austin, Texas

The Courier/Delivery industry is a $100+ billion (and growing) industry! If you want to invest your career in a growing industry, become a part of our team!

At Diligent, we are constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. We pride ourselves on a positive work environment that creates happy employees who boost productivity and dedication.

Position Overview

  • Own execution and adherence to standards for all Warehouse processes related to inventory and warehousing.
  • Uphold Warehouse Associates employee safety through the regulation of safety policy compliance, behaviors, and the identification and execution of safety improvement opportunities.
  • Execute all Warehouse management related tasks, including but not limited to: day-to-day warehouse planning/scheduling (including headcount, labor allocation and job assignment determination), establishing team norms and collaborating with Route Operations.
  • Lead/manage/develop Warehouse Associates, (Forklift Operators and Inventory Specialists) by hiring qualified team members, assigning team responsibilities, timely addressing of attendance/conduct/performance issues, and conducting mid-year and year-end Performance Evaluations.
  • Own compliance to facility standards, to include routine auditing of housekeeping schedules, facility inspections, and security/environmental/general compliance requirements.
  • Uphold and execute all Warehouse productivity and quality goals.
  • Ensure product supply meets customer demand through management of inventory processes.
  • This is a Hands-on Player / Coach role.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:

  • Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights (up to 50 pounds)
  • Maintain inventory via manual check and via bar code scanners
  • Work with warehouse staff to facilitate unloading and loading of trucks
  • Upload data into shipping system
  • Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location

Required Skills/ Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years previous supervisory experience, preferred
  • Demonstrates confidence and influence in achieving productivity goals
  • Skilled communicator (in groups and 1-on-1), who can set clear expectations
  • Ability to hold direct reports accountable, quantitatively, and qualitatively
  • Ability to provide training and development for direct reports
  • Demonstrates excellent role model and peer leadership behaviors and influence
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to handle physical requirements, including, but not limited to, repeated bending, stretching, twisting, and lifting up to 60 pounds
  • Able to conduct regular inventory audits
  • Able to safely use various warehouse equipment, including a forklift
  • Valid driver’s license
  • College degree preferred / High School diploma or equivalent required
  • PC experience preferred (WMS, Excel, etc.)

Walk in Applicants Welcome: 2301 E St Elmo Rd. Ste 3-305, Austin, TX 78744

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Matching

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Austin, TX 78744: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Warehouse experience: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

Diligent Delivery Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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