NHS Human Services, Inc.

Position Title:

Distribution Specialist (U205DS)

Reports To:

Shipping Supervisor

Work Location:

USPC – Erlanger, KY

Department:

Shipping (803030)

For HR Use Only:

Salary Grade:

U205DS

FLSA:

Hourly

EEO Code:

7

Primary Purpose of Position:

Distribution Center Specialists is responsible for accurate picking, packing, inspecting, transporting, loading and unloading of inbound, outbound and work-in-process products while sustaining an inventory accuracy of 99% or higher through timely cycle counting.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Follow established safety policies, including daily maintenance check sheets

• Loading/Unloading shipments on and off various carriers

• Put away, pick/pack, audit and ship product

• Inspection of product and shipment to ensure all work instructions and procedures are adhered to

• Complete necessary shipment documentation and entry for small package deliveries

• Maintain good housekeeping in work area and adhere to 5S guidelines

• Complete power equipment training and certification process and operate powered industrial trucks to transport and retrieve product

• Any and all duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

Knowledge

• Minimum 1 to 3 years of work experience

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Skills

• Self-directed and able to safely work at a pace that meets or exceeds the departmental standards

• Able to read, understand and follow picking/packing instructions

• Able to perform basic math functions

• Team-oriented, has excellent attendance, and professional communication skills

• Pays attention to detail

• Can work flexible hours with minimal notice

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior warehouse experience in shipping is strongly preferred

TECHNICAL ROLE COMPETENCIES:

• Basic computer skills and able to work with SAP.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES:

Building Effective Teams

• Using suitable methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals. Creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Encourages open communication with and among team members. Let’s team members finish and be responsible for their work.

Customer Driven

• Making customer’s needs a primary focus of actions; growing and keeping productive customer relationships by gaining trust and respect. Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services.

Drive for Results

• Aligning communication, people, culture, processes, resources and systems to ensure effective implementation and delivery of required business results. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully. Very bottom-lined oriented.

Effective Communication (Written, Verbal and Presentation Skills)

• Clearly presents information and ideas through a variety of media by engaging the audience. Helps audience understand and retain the message. Is able to write and speak clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles. Commands attention and can manage groups during a presentation. Can change communication tactics when needed.

Innovation

• Generating solutions, trying different and unique ways to deal with work problems and opportunities. Selects creative ideas and suggestions that will work and can bring creative ideas of others to market. Facilitates effective brainstorming. Finds ways to apply innovative ideas to enhance business results.

Inspiring Others

• Creating a climate where people want to do their best by changing one’s behavior to fit situations, tasks and individuals involved. Pushes tasks and decisions down and empowers others. Invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility. Makes each person feel his/her work is important. Is someone people like working for and with.

Integrity/Respect

• Maintaining social, ethical and organizational norms; follows codes of conduct and ethical principles during both good and bad times. Acts in line with the corporate values. Rewards the right values and practices recognizing others.

Talent Management

• Planning and supporting the development of skills and abilities so employees can fulfill current and future job/role responsibilities. Holds frequent development discussions and is aware of each person’s career goals. Is seen as a ‘people builder.’

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to wear ALL safety equipment including a 5 point body harness and follow ALL OSHA requirements

• Lift / push / pull up to 33lbs continuously and 50lbs occasionally

• Standing and walking 95% of work time

• Ability to work up to 12 hours a day

• Able to work at height in excess of 30ft

• Ability to twist, reach, and bend

• Requires ability to reach, grasp, and manipulate objects

• Position involves moderate risks or discomforts and special safety precautions

• At least 20X40 corrected vision

• Ability to pull up to 1,500 lbs. with a non-powered hand truck

• Able to work outside during inclement weather

• Able to negotiate narrow spaces, aisles and the interior of various cargo containers