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.
• Operates scanners to ensure 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.
• Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice.
• Selects correct packaging, fills, and labels items; follows regulatory guidelines when packing items with regulatory classification; may create proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials.
• Manifests for packages not auto-manifested: weighs packages, determines appropriate method of transportation, verifies proper labeling, scans information, and applies shipping labels.
• For packages auto-manifested: verifies and corrects non-conforming packages.
• 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.
• Complies with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Transacts all business in accordance with Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct.
• Aligns with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision, and Values statement.
• Uses assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job.
• Maintains meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs.
• Helps maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse.
• Handles 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.