Distribution Center Associate

About the role

The Distribution Center Associate at Premier Press is responsible for picking, packing, and preparing customer orders for shipping according to customer specifications while ensuring products meet company quality standards. This position reports to the Warehouse General Manager and works Monday through Friday, 7am-3:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Field questions and resolve general shipping issues.
• Move products and incoming materials to proper location using a hand truck, carts.
• Determine proper packing requirements to ensure the safe handling of products that meet customer specifications.
• Package material according to established procedures.
• Stage packages for pick up by various carriers.
• Organize and maintain supplies for the department, re-ordering as needed.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

Requirements

• A high school diploma (or equivalent GED) or relevant knowledge.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic computer and email skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and perform physical demands described below.
• Consistent and dependable attendance.

Qualifications

• Detail-orientated.
• Strong computer skills.
• Great problem-solving skills.
• Works well with others, as well as the ability to use sound independent judgment.
• Collaborative, Team Focused.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
• Flexible, able to work on other job duties and extra hours when needed.

Skills

• None specifically listed beyond basic requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance (100% employer-paid premiums).
• Basic Life Insurance (employer paid).
• Dental & Vision Insurance (low-cost premium).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mass-Transit Reimbursement Program helps employees save on commuting costs.
• 401k with annual profit sharing.
• Paid Time Off, increases with tenure.
• Paid Holidays.
• On-the-Job training w/growth opportunities.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7am-3:30pm.

Pay

$19.50 - $21.00+/hr, dependent on relevant experience.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Additional Details

• Work is performed in the warehouse, where temperatures can fluctuate with extreme weather.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
• The employee must frequently lift or move items up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move items up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Alcohol and Drug-Free Policy

We are an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on the successful completion of background checks and drug screenings.

EEO Statement

Premier Press provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any time without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.