Warehouse Associate I

About the Role

The Warehouse Associate ensures orders are available, accurate, salable, and received in a timely manner, exceeding customer expectations. This position focuses on accurate, efficient, and safe order fulfillment while surpassing customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Order Filling
  • Picks product from fulfillment center stock according to wave pick list and organizes on cart.
  • Pulls warehouse items from shelves based on number, size, color, quantity, and quality requirements.
  • Operates scanners to ensure proper order picking and accurate inventory management.
• Order Checking
  • Verifies that the item picked matches the invoice by comparing manufacturer name, item number, and description.
  • Ensures the quantity of items picked matches the invoice quantity.
  • For time-sensitive items, verifies the expiration date is acceptable for shipment.
  • Confirms all items listed on the invoice have been picked.
  • For items with components (e.g., a pump), verifies that components are included.
• Packing
  • Counts items and verifies the count against the invoice quantity.
  • Matches the ship-to address or invoice number on the shipping label with the invoice.
  • Selects correct packaging, fill, and labels.
  • Follows regulatory guidelines for packing items with regulatory classifications.
  • Creates proper shipping papers for packages containing hazardous materials.
• Manifesting
  • For non-auto-manifested packages: weighs packages, determines transportation method, verifies labeling, scans information, and applies shipping labels.
  • For auto-manifested packages: verifies and corrects non-conforming packages.
• Expeditor
  • Processes orders requiring special handling as directed by branch personnel, sales staff, or end-users.
• Order Processing
  • Fulfills current or new client orders to achieve customer satisfaction.
• Additional Functions
  • Adheres to Patterson Companies' business code of ethics and conduct.
  • Aligns with Patterson Companies' Purpose, Vision, and Values.
  • Uses assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform job duties.
  • Meets or exceeds assigned performance metrics and KPIs.
  • Helps maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse.
  • Handles hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to company processes and applicable laws.
  • Performs all work in accordance with company safety guidelines and regulatory compliance.
  • May train and certify in the use of forklifts (sit-down, cherry picker, Joey forklift).

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and count.
• Comprehensive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals.

Working Conditions

• Material and Equipment Used
  • General warehouse equipment.
  • General office equipment.
  • MS Office, shipping, and proprietary inventory management software.
• Working Environment/Physical Activities
  • Moving 75% of the time.
  • Frequent grasping, reaching, bending, and stooping 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 a ladder (occasional or frequent moderate physical activity).