Distribution Associate

About the role

Reporting to the Shipping Supervisor, the Distribution Associate is a part of the Warehouse team responsible for picking, packing, and shipping orders to customers. Accuracy and efficiency in all three functions is essential to the success of the department.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently pick items from warehouse inventory as provided by the picking ticket.
• Ensure that the item picked is from the same location and bin indicated on the order picking ticket.
• Check pricked orders for accuracy during packing process.
• Package orders in appropriate size box and packing materials to ensure safe delivery of product to destination.
• Accurately ship orders using FedEx/UPS/LTL freight carriers.
• Occasional forklift operation.
• As-needed loading of outbound freight.
• Maintain a clean work area and assist with overall warehouse housekeeping and maintenance.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• One to three years of related experience or combination of education and experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying environmental conditions.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification if needed.
• FedEx Shipping software (intermediate) skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
• Demonstrates flexibility, manages changes effectively, and reliably meets commitments and deadlines.
• Prioritizes customer needs, collaborates effectively, and values diverse perspectives to achieve shared goals.
• Upholds integrity, adheres to policies, and maintains professionalism under pressure.
• Approaches challenges creatively, identifies solutions efficiently, and strives for continuous improvement.
• Communicates clearly, listens actively, involves others in decisions, and justifies reasoning effectively.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Forklift Certification (if needed)
• FedEx Shipping Software (intermediate)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Time Off and Rollover
• Company Matching 401K and Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Working Arrangements

Pay

Competitive Salary

Schedule

N/A