Warehouse Associate

Responsibilities

• Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list and organizes on cart.
• Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements.
• May operate scanners so that the proper order is picked, and inventory is managed accurately.
• Verifies that the item picked matches the item on the invoice by comparing manufacturer name, manufacturer item number, and item description.
• Verifies quantity of items picked matches item quantity on the invoice.
• For time sensitive items, verifies the expiration date on the item is acceptable for shipment to the customer.
• Verifies all items listed on the invoice have been picked.
• For items that include component(s), such as a pump, verifies that components are included.
• Selects correct packaging, fill and labels.
• Follows regulatory guidelines when packing items with regulatory classification.
• May create proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials.
• Weights packages, determines appropriate method of transportation, verifies proper labeling, scans information and applies shipping labels.
• Verifies and corrects non-conforming packages.
• Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice.
• Matches the ship to address or invoice number on the shipping label with the same information on the invoice.
• Processes orders requiring special handling as required by branch personnel, sales staff or end-user.
• Fulfills current or new client orders to achieve client customer satisfaction.

Additional Responsibilities

• Transacts all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct.
• Align with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement.
• Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job.
• Meting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs.
• Helping maintain an organized, clean and safe warehouse.
• Handling all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company's processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read, write and count.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

Physical and Cognitive Demands

• Grasping - Frequently
• Reaching - Frequently
• Position Self/Stooping - Constantly
• Ascend/Descend (e.g. Stairs/ladder) - Constantly
• Handling - Constantly
• Position Self/Crawling - Constantly
• Stationary Position (Standing) - Constantly
• Stationary Position (Seated) - Constantly
• Transport/Carrying - Constantly
• Transport/Lifting - Constantly

Travel Requirements

This position requires no travel per week in a local area.