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.
• Verifies all items listed on the invoice have been picked.
• Verifies the expiration date on time-sensitive items is acceptable for shipment to the customer.
• Verifies the components of items that include components, such as a pump, are included.
• Counts quantity of items and verifies the count to the quantity listed on the invoice.
• Selects correct packaging, fills, and labels items.
• Fulfills orders requiring special handling as required by branch personnel, sales staff, or end-user.

Essential Functions

• Orders filling tasks must be conducted accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Exceeds customer expectations by ensuring orders are available, accurate, salable, and received in a timely manner.

Additional Functions

• 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 performance metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Maintains 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.
• Performs all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and count.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
• Meets deadlines and productivity goals.

Working Conditions

• Material and equipment directly used: general warehouse equipment, general office equipment, MS Office, shipping, and proprietary inventory management software.
• May require training and certification for various forklifts: sit-down, cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform), and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker).
• Working environment: general warehouse conditions, exposure to dust.
• Physical demands: lifting up to 55 pounds, team lifting 56 to 100 pounds, sitting or standing, bending, stooping, ascending/descending ladders.