Warehouse Associate

About the role

The associate position is integral to maintaining efficient warehouse distribution and inventory control. Operating with general instruction from management, the role requires a clear understanding of basic process flows to execute core activities, including but not limited to, accurate product receiving, accurate order selection, and accurate shipping.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work either 12:00PM-9:00PM or 10:30AM-7:30PM
• Receiving Product: Upon receiving product, unload, crate, prepare for receiving, breakdown, and put-away product.
• Shipping Product: When shipping product, pick, crate, prepare for shipping, palletize, and load product.
• Achieve and maintain established productivity and accuracy standards for all assigned tasks.
• Accurately scan all product movement using the Warehouse Management System and/or RF Scanners.
• Report any damaged material, short quantities or discrepancies to management immediately.
• Notify management immediately concerning facility issues and needs.
• Return all equipment to correct storage areas at the end of each day.
• Count inventory within assigned areas for inventory accuracy.
• Utilize proper lifting techniques and ask for help when necessary.
• Attend all safety training meetings.
• Utilize all proper lifting techniques, and report all work-related injuries to management.
• Comply with governmental safety regulations (OSHA and MSDS).
• Adhere to all building safety protocols, and immediately report all safety violations to management.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work either 12:00PM-9:00PM or 10:30AM-7:30PM
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings, including drug test and background check.
• Proficient on at least one piece of MHE (Class I and/or Class III).
• Needs to have basic math skills in order to quickly and accurately count, multiple and divide.
• Must be able to use a handheld scanning device and navigate through multiple screens.

Competencies for Success

• Ability to communicate effectively and show dependability.
• Critical thinking and analytical problem solving.
• Follow proactive safety and compliance standards.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and organize work based on current needs.

Physical Demands

• Mobility: Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, and kneel for the duration of an 8–10 hour shift.
• Strength: Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Cordination: Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to handle small parts or operate machinery.
• Environment: Capability to work in a fast-paced, industrial environment.