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Planson International is a woman-owned, family-owned, global IT solutions provider serving United Nations, USAID, and NGO clients in a shared commitment to humanitarian goals. We ship to over 160 countries and are one of the largest IT consolidator suppliers to the UN system.
We are hiring for a Warehouse Associate at our headquarters in New Gloucester, Maine. This position supports our Logistics Director and sales teams working on tight deadlines to fulfill and ship complex international orders. This position is 40 hours per week, 7:30am-3:30pm. We seek a highly motivated candidate who embodies our core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Purpose and Joy, which have led to Planson International consistently being recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine.
As a vital team member working with the Logistics Director, job duties include, but are not limited to:
- Receiving, consolidating, packing, and shipping goods
- Handling inventory in a safe, deliberate, and efficient manner
- Using a computerized, web-based inventory control system (NetSuite), as part of normal duties
- Occasionally using Microsoft Office, Adobe Reader, and other computer applications
- Using bar code scanners, document scanners and printers for tracking and labeling
- Reviewing and following sales order details and order handling sheets
- Installing software and computer images onto computers
- Weighing and measuring packages then preparing itemized packing lists
- Ordering and maintaining adequate amounts of shipping and receiving supplies
- Ordering and maintaining adequate quantities of stocked accessories
- Conducting quarter-end physical inventory counts
- Assisting with building and property maintenance
- After training and certification, operating an electric forklift when necessary
- Maintaining a neat and orderly warehouse area
- Providing order updates to sales teams
- Moving goods of various weights and sizes manually and with material handling equipment
- Lifting packages up to 60 pounds when necessary
- Participating in team, problem solving and all staff meetings
Attention to detail, accuracy, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, and enjoyment of being part of a fast-paced team driven to excel in all areas are critical requirements of this position. The Warehouse Associate must demonstrate the ability to efficiently and comfortably navigate various software applications and have basic Microsoft Excel knowledge. Experience using a logistics software platform such as NetSuite is a plus, as is forklift experience.
Planson hosts various events throughout the year to show appreciation for our employees. Events from 2024 included a schooner sailing, BBQs, bowling, holiday parties and other fun activities. In addition to a friendly, dynamic work environment, Planson International offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including affordable health and dental insurance, dependent care and medical flexible spending plans, company sponsored life and long-term disability plans, short-term disability, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a generous 401(k) plan. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).
Planson International conducts post-offer criminal background checks.
