Warehouse Distribution Specialist (H) at JAS Forwarding (usa), Inc. in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, the coordination of purchase orders and customized management services.


The Warehouse specialist handles the day to day assigned warehouse functions. This position is responsible for timely and accurate distribution of inbound and outbound freight, special projects and communications with other departments as defined by the Warehouse Manager.



Essential Functions:

• Verify shipments for accuracy and document discrepancies to uphold high-quality customer service.


• Address shipment overages or shortages promptly and efficiently.


• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, adhering to all safety guidelines.


• Operate warehouse equipment as needed to meet daily schedules.


• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.


• Follow forklift fleet procedures and schedule preventative maintenance.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to escalate issues to management efficiently.


• Dependable work ethic, adhering to assigned schedules and company expectations.


• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.


• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.


• Detail-oriented, with the ability to complete tasks accurately and on time.


• Ability to operate basic hand tools and small electric tools.


• Strong safety record and adherence to safety protocols.


• Positive and professional interaction with colleagues and supervisors.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.


• Minimum of two years of warehouse operations experience.


• Knowledge of forklift and material handling equipment operations.

Work Environment:

• 100% warehouse environment with varying temperatures and moderate to loud noise levels (e.g., forklifts, horns, trucks).


• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and reach.


• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, and crouch.


• Ability to lift or exert force up to 25 pounds.

ADDITIONAL:

• Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal form or communicated by management.
  
  


• Perform job responsibilities as directed achieving desired results within expected time frames and with a high degree of quality and professionalism.
  
  


• Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, potential and current customers and business partners.
  
  


• Demonstrate the behavioral and technical competencies necessary to effectively complete job responsibilities. Take personal initiative for technical and professional development.
  
  


• Follow the company HR Policy, the Code of Business Conduct and all subsidiary and department policies and procedures, including protecting confidential company information, attending work punctually and regularly, and following good safety practices in all activities.
  
  

The responsibilities associated with this job will change from time to time in accordance with the Company's business needs. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set forth above.


The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.


JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.



NOTICE TO APPLICANTS



JAS USA IS A CUSTOMS BROKER, GOVERNED BY FEDERAL REGULATION. FEDERAL REGULATIONS PROVIDE THAT JAS MAY HAVE IT BROKERAGE LICENSE SUSPENDED OR REVOKED IF IT "KNOWINGLY EMPLOYED, OR CONTINUES TO EMPLOY, ANY PERSON WHO HAS BEEN CONVICTED OF A FELONY, WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL OF THAT EMPLOYMENT FROM THE ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER." JAS WILL PERFORM A BACKGROUND CHECK TO DETERMINE IF YOU HAVE BEEN CONVICTED OF A FELONY AND IF SO, ABSENT SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES, YOU WILL NOT BE HIRED OR WILL BE TERMINATED IMMEDIATELY. Apply Now