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Example warehouse agent requirements on a job description

Warehouse agent requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in warehouse agent job postings.
Sample warehouse agent requirements
  • Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects
  • Experience operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment
  • Basic computer skills for inventory management and data entry
  • Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines
  • High school diploma or equivalent
Sample required warehouse agent soft skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with team members and vendors
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order processing and inventory management
  • Flexibility and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
  • Problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues related to shipments, orders, and inventory
  • Positive attitude and commitment to providing excellent customer service

Warehouse agent job description example 1

United Service Technologies warehouse agent job description

Project number/task #

301550 / 21.23

Location:

HNL

Travel Required:

No

Level/Salary Range:

$13.00 - $15.00 / hr

Position Type:

Full Time

HR Contact:Date Posted:

N/A

Will Train Applicant(s):

No

Posting Expires:

N/A

Applications Accepted By:Email:

Mail:

U.S. Aviation a United Service Company

3033 Aolele Street

Honolulu, Hawaii 96819

Job DescriptionAbout U.S. Aviation

U.S. Aviation a United Service Companies, is a contracted ground handler for commercial airline carriers and cargo operators. Established in 1965, United Service Companies ("USC") began as a maintenance company and trade show service provider in Chicago, Illinois. Today, our company is comprised of five specialized groups that deliver unparalleled custodial, staffing, and security services for customers with diverse business needs from the Eastern Seaboard to Hawaii.


Areas of focus include commercial cleaning services, facility support services, complete staffing solutions, hospitality services, trade show and convention services, security solutions, and aviation services.


As a contracted ground handler for commercial airline carriers and cargo operators, services that we provide are, but not limited to:


Airport Operations Customer Service Agents and Baggage Handlers

Cargo Operations Customer Service Agents, Cargo and Mail Handlers, TSA approved Screening

Cabin Services Cabin cleaning, Lavatory services, Cabin Security Checks

Ramp Services Loading/Off Loading Cargo, Passenger Baggage handling


Job Responsibilities

Efficiently sort, handle, and load freight into and unload it from over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and/or straight trucks. This position routinely uses pallet jacks and forklifts in the loading and unloading of freight including shipments of Hazardous Materials freight.

Preferred Qualifications:

Freight handling experience

Forklift certification

Handling of Hazmat training

Experience:

Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

Hazmat: 1 year (Preferred)

Dockworker, LTL Freight, Shipping/Receiving, or Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)

License:

Forklift (Preferred)

Job Duties:

Load and unload trucks

Move and stack materials

General housekeeping duties in the warehouse or production area and duties as assigned

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Schedule: Able to work various hours and weekends

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, obtain a SIDA badge, USPS certification, and 10-year back ground check

Ability to obtain AOA badge and Ramp License


Additional Notes

U.S. Aviation is a drug-free environment and has a strict zero tolerance policy for harassment. All employees are required to maintain proper grooming standards and conduct themselves in a professional manner when interacting with external and internal customers. Use of social media with regards to our operations and policies are strictly prohibited.

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Warehouse agent job description example 2

Staffmark warehouse agent job description

- The Warehouse agent 1 is responsible for loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck or forklift. MAINTAIN A CLEAN AND SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT. IDENTIFY ANY DISCREPANCIES IN RECEIVING LOADS AGAINST MANIFEST.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers to load and unload trucks
- Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products and other like duties
- Must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately
- Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
- Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.
- Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment
- Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
- Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks and banding/shrink wrap material
- Experience using a RF scan gun required
- Previous forklift certifications preferred
- Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends
- Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well
- Must have ability to work well with others
- Basic MS office and data entry skills preferred
- High attention to detail required
- Must be able to lift 50+lbs. unassisted

EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years of experience in a warehouse environment
- Must have verifiable 1+ years of experience operating reach truck and sit-down counterbalance fork truck

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Position requires employee to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head. Employee must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds and use pallet jacks and forklifts. Position requires regular use of a phone and a PC and reading and writing of various shipping documents.

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Warehouse agent job description example 3

NESCO warehouse agent job description

Job Description3rd shift 11pm - 7am Monday-Friday, weekends OT as needed.

JOB TITLE: Warehouse Agent

JOB SUMMARY:
- The Warehouse agent 1 is responsible for loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck or forklift. MAINTAIN A CLEAN AND SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT. IDENTIFY ANY DISCREPANCIES IN RECEIVING LOADS AGAINST MANIFEST.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers to load and unload trucks
- Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products and other like duties
- Must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately
- Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
- Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.
- Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment
- Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
- Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks and banding/shrink wrap material
- Experience using a RF scan gun required
- Previous forklift certifications preferred
- Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends
- Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well
- Must have ability to work well with others
- Basic MS office and data entry skills preferred
- High attention to detail required
- Must be able to lift 50+lbs. unassisted

EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years of experience in a warehouse environment
- Must have verifiable 1+ years of experience operating reach truck and sit-down counterbalance fork truck

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Position requires employee to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head. Employee must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds and use pallet jacks and forklifts. Position requires regular use of a phone and a PC and reading and writing of various shipping documents.

Nesco Resource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource, LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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