Yard Hostler

Join our Logistics & Distribution Team at Helen of Troy as our Yard Hostler and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands, including OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Braun, PUR, Vicks, Honeywell, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day!

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What You’ll Be Doing:

You will be responsible for the daily yard management for all inbound and outbound trailers at the facility. In this role, you will communicate with supervisors and other key personnel between and within shifts; while supporting department managers and supervisors, as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitates the effective and efficient movement of inbound and outbound trailers
• Coordinates with receiving and shipping on trailer placement.
• Maintains daily spreadsheets on trailers placed on the yard and in the doors
• Coordinates with Purchasing on pallet and corrugate trailers
• Assists the Shipping/Traffic Office or Operations, as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements for Consideration:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience operating as a driver for a carrier or within a distribution or manufacturing facility.
• Receipt of a pertinent commercial driver's license.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent oral and written(English)
• General knowledge of warehouse operations and yard management
• Use good judgment, as needed, to ensure all decisions are made in the best interest of operations
• Ability to bend, lift, and reach items most of the time
• Ability to lift heavy objects 50 pounds
• Ability to stock and organize products safely and accordingly, as some items are fragile
• Ability to handle/transport heavy items with the use of manual or mechanical handling machinery
• Ability to organize and clean work stations promptly
• Ability to work well with a team
• Ability to review and process shipping documentations
• Ability to help with process/logistics improvement efforts
• Ability to follow the safety rules and regulations as warranted by OSHA
• Ability to withstand warehouse settings (varying temperatures)
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands. Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skillset, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any protected basis.

We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.