Warehouse Specialist

SMX is seeking a Warehouse Specialist to oversee daily receiving, material handling equipment, and general operations at the Fayetteville warehouse. This role is responsible for accurate receiving and put-away of inbound freight, kit assembly for JCP shipments, equipment safety and service, creating warehouse SOPs, and assembling storage racks or furniture.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Unload inbound trucks, verify shipments with purchase orders and packing lists, resolve discrepancies, and record counts or damages.
• Enter receipts in DIOGENES, label, stage, and promptly put away inventory; schedule dock appointments and keep the receiving area organized.
• Oversee forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment; ensure daily inspections, tag out/report unsafe equipment, and track maintenance; confirm only certified operators use equipment.
• Conduct cycle counts, assist physical inventories, keep bin locations accurate, investigate variances, and assist with picking, packing, and shipping as needed.
• Enforce OSHA, PPE, and company safety policies, lead safety huddles, report incidents and near-misses, and maintain audit readiness.
• Assign and prioritize tasks for warehouse associates, train new team members, provide performance feedback, escalate issues, and track/report key shift metrics (dock-to-stock time, receiving accuracy, equipment downtime).
• Assemble shipment kits, warehouse racks, and furniture; develop SOPs as needed.

Required Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of warehouse or distribution experience.
• Current forklift certification (or obtain within 30 days, OSHA 1910.178).
• Experience using an inventory system and basic Excel.
• Ability to accurately read POs, packing lists, and bills of lading.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout the shift.
• Wear required PPE (safety-toe shoes, high-visibility vest).
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate degree or coursework in logistics or supply chain.
• Experience with reach trucks, order pickers, or other PITs.
• OSHA 10 certification, cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, or prior military experience.