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Washington State Department of Natural Resources Warehouse Lead, Warehouse Operator 3 in Olympia, Washington
Warehouse Lead, Warehouse Operator 3 Location: Webster Forest Nursery- Olympia, WA
Salary: $3,811.00 - $4,410.00 Monthly
Responsibilities: Duties vary seasonally. The ideal candidate's organizational skills and effective communication allow them to pivot in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment.
- Leads a team of warehouse operators and works closely with production staff in lifting, packing, and shipping operations.
- Safely operates 3500-5000 lbs forklift daily to move inventory into and out of cold storage, including loading and unloading refrigerated trailers.
- Maintains physical organization of cold storage facilities and reconciles physical seedling inventory using database software.
- Plans and carries out timely order processing, considering biologically appropriate cold storage regimes.
- Interacts with nursery customers in a respectful manner. Provides answers and/or references to commonly asked questions about forest seedling care and handling.
- Assists in transplanting operations by organizing, handling, and delivering the appropriate inventory.
- Recruits, trains, and develops seasonal warehouse staff.
- Supports production staff and maintenance staff with cyclical nursery operations and facility upkeep.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Able to clearly communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
- Experience working in a warehouse and/or cold storage system that includes safe, routine operation of electric and/or propane forklifts.
- Basic computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, and working knowledge of databases.
- Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
- Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills.