Warehouse Specialist I

JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview:   
 
 
 
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client's mission is to discover and deliver innovation medicines and solutions that address complex health issues and enhance people's lives. 
 
 
 
Position: Warehouse Specialist I  
 
Location: North Chicago, IL, 60064  
 
Duration: 6 Months  
 
Job Type: Contract  
 
Work Type: Onsite  
 Shift: 11.00AM-7.30PM  
 
   
 
Job Description:    
 
 
 
This position has no direct reports. Accountability/Scope: Warehouse Contractors are accountable for accurately performing a combination of manual and automated tasks necessary for receipt, storage, transporting, picking, packing, shipping, staging, delivery etc. of product that may be hazardous, temperature sensitive, or of high value amid continuously demonstrating behaviours aligned with the client's attributes and values.  
 
 
 
Responsibilities:  
 
 
 
Comply with all appropriate policies and procedures to successfully maintain training, safety, GxP, and governmental agency standards.  
 
 
 
Ability to comprehend and accurately process paperwork in accordance with policies and procedures.  
 
 
 
Responsible for cross-training in multiple areas of the operation while maintaining a low level of quality mistakes.  
 
 
 
Accurately receive and inspect inbound product/material for infestation, overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D).  
 
 
 
Efficiently and correctly pick customer orders for shipment, ensuring that the correct number and type of product is picked.  
 
 
 
Transfers and locates material/product to general storage areas or shipping locations.  
 
 
 
Verify quantity, quality, labeling and address with the customer's order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and accurate.  
 
 
 
Qualifications  
 
 
 
  High School Diploma or GED to ensure ability to accurately complete basic math calculations, read and understand training documents, product labeling and warehouse signage written in English.  
 
 
 
Pass medical screening and background checks that may be conducted by local, state, and/or federal authorities.  
 
 
 
Versatile/adaptable to work overtime with little to no advance notice coupled with good multi-tasking skills.  
 
 
 
Self-motivated with ability to work in a fast-paced positive team-oriented environment, with moderate supervision an emphasis on customer satisfaction.  
 
 
 
Familiarity with Microsoft office products, general computer skills and RF scanners.  
 
 
 
Ability to comprehend and execute standard problem-solving skills and effectively communicate verbally and written.  
 
 
 
Significant Work Activities:  
 
 
 
Capable to lift 50 lbs., and/or more with assistance. 
 
 
 
Able to bend, reach, stoop, climb, stand and walk for entire shift of 8 hours or more.  
 
 
 
Ability to work in an atmosphere range of 15  C to 30  C (59  F to 86  F).  
 
 
 
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to complete assigned tasks.  
 
 
 
Operate various types of material handling equipment including but not limited to forklifts, hand tools and other devices operated in a warehouse environment while maintaining the highest level of productivity and accuracy.  
 
 
 
TekWissen   Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.