Warehouse Associate I

Order Filling

• 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.

Order Checking

• 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.
• Verifies that components are included for items that include component(s).

Packing

• 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.
• 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.

Manifesting

• 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.

Order Processing

• Fulfills current or new client orders to achieve client customer satisfaction.

Additional Functions

• Transacts all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct.
• Aligns with Patterson Companies Purpose, Vision and Values statement.
• Meets/exceeds 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.
• Performs all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures, with safety and regulatory compliance.
• As assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet 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 that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task).

Working Environment/Physical Activities

• Moving: 75% of the time.
• Frequently grasp, reach, bend and stoop in narrow/confined spaces.
• Exposure to dust.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity.
• Sitting or standing: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity.
• Use of hands: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity.
• Stoop, bend, or crawl: occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.
• Ascend/descend on a ladder: occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.